It’s League One where the Black Cats struggle, however. Sunderland drew with Bolton Wanderers last weekend, prompting some fans to chant for the manager to be relieved of his duties.
On Saturday, MK Dons travel to the Stadium of Light, in a huge game in Ross’ managerial tenure.
But what starting XI do supporters want the manager to select? Will Max Power retain his position in midfield?
Scroll down and click through the pages to find out.
1. RB - Luke O'Nien
Ever-present for Sunderland this season and last, Luke O'Nien gets the not with 64% of the fans vote. Photo: FRANK REID 2019
2. LB - Laurens De Bock
92% of Sunderland supporters voted for the Leeds loanee. Photo: FRANK REID
3. CB - Joel Lynch
After a strong first-team debut against Sheffield United, 49% of Sunderland fans in our Twitter poll voted for Joel Lynch to start at centre-back against MK Dons. Photo: FRANK REID
4. CM - George Dobson
The midfielder gets the nod in the centre of the park with 39% of the vote - beating Grant Leadbitter and Dylan McGeouch in the process. Photo: FRANK REID