Team captain Neil will miss out after picked up a red card late in the win against Burnley last week. Alan Browne is likely to replace him, but a move for defensive midfield Salis Adbul Samed is close and if that goes through, he could play some part.placeholder image
Team captain Neil will miss out after picked up a red card late in the win against Burnley last week. Alan Browne is likely to replace him, but a move for defensive midfield Salis Adbul Samed is close and if that goes through, he could play some part.

Sunderland and Portsmouth team and injury news with nine out and further doubts - gallery

Sunderland and Portsmouth play at Fratton Park on Saturday

Sunderland and Portsmouth continue their Championship campaigns at Fratton Park on Saturday afternoon.

Both have had strong starts to the campaign, with the Black Cats top of the table and yet to concede a goal. Portsmouth are yet to get their first win but three draws against tough opposition in Leeds United, Middlesbrough and Luton Town represents a solid start to their return to the second tier. Here, we take you through all the team news across both sides for the game..

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