It has been a long wait for Sunderland fans but their team finally returns to action when they travel to face Hull City on Sunday afternoon.
Tim Walter’s side fell to a heavy defeat against Norwich City last time out but won their three games previous to that and so are not to be taken lightly. Regis Le Bris is hopeful of getting some big injury boosts for the game, and is set to given an update when he speaks to the media at his press conference on Friday lunchtime. In the meantime, here’s how we think he might go with his starting XI and bench...
17. Sub - Dan Ballard
Back fit after an ankle injury in what is a major boost to Le Bris's squad depth. | Getty Images
18. Sub - Harrison Jones
Jones was called into the squad following Rigg's injury on Saturday and will likely keep his place after Bellingham's suspension. | Chris Fryatt
19. Sub - Nazariy Rusyn
Is struggling to get minutes but seems likely to stay in the squad ahead of Abdoullah Ba given Regis Le Bris's recent selection decisions. | Frank Reid
20. Sub - Blondy Nna Noukeu
Patterson's continued absence means Noukeu is certain to retain his place in the matchday squad. | Frank Reid