That’s after Sunderland drew 0-0 away from home against Lincoln City in their last game before a two-week international break.
But what sort of starting XI could head coach Alex Neil select against The Gills?
Here, we deliver our predicted starting line-up ahead of the clash:
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1. GK: Anthony Patterson
The Academy of Light product remains Alex Neil's first choice in goal. Photo: FRANK REID PHOTOGRAPHER 2022
2. LWB: Jack Clarke
The attacker turned wing-back has impressed for Sunderland in his new role Photo: FRANK REID 2022
3. RWB: Trai Hume
The youngster made his debut for Northern Ireland during the international break. Photo: FRANK REID PHOTOGRAPHER 2022
4. CB: Callum Doyle
Alex Neil may opt to utilise the youngster from the start after he was on the bench against Lincoln City. Photo: FRANK REID 2021