Sunderland face a tough test as they bid to preserve their unbeaten home record against an in-form Man City side and without a number of key senior players.
Here’s how we think Régis Le Bris will set his side up tonight, and who will likely make the bench...
5. LB - Reinildo
Sunderland have been managing his minutes carefully on his return from a knee injury and having been one of those impacted by the aforementioned sickness bug, but still seems highly likely to start in this one. | Chris Fryatt
6. RM - Trai Hume
Definitely a strong chance Hume drops to right back, allowing Mukiele to replace Ballard and Chris Rigg to come back into the side. But if Le Bris wants to persist with Talbi on the left, he might want Hume as added defensive strength and protection on the other flank. | Frank Reid, Sunderland Echo
7. CM - Granit Xhaka
First name on the teamsheet and has a big part to play in what will be a tough test for the Black Cats. Photo: George Wood
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8. CM - Noah Sadiki
A key part of Sunderland's midfield and little doubt he'll continue here. | Getty Images