Ballard will serve the second game of his three-match suspension for violent conduct in the recent draw at Wolves. Sunderland appealed the decision but it was rejected.placeholder image
Ballard will serve the second game of his three-match suspension for violent conduct in the recent draw at Wolves. Sunderland appealed the decision but it was rejected. | Getty Images

The confirmed Brighton and Sunderland team and injury news with fourteen players ruled out

Sunderland are back in Premier League action when they travel to face Brighton on Saturday

A combination of injuries, suspension and the Africa Cup of nations have left head coaches Régis Le Bris and Fabian Hürzeler with some major selection headaches ahead of the Premier League clash on Saturday afternoon.

Here, we bring you up to date with all the latest team news from both camps ahead of the game...

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