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...
9. CAM - Enzo Le Fee
Was moved back infield last week as Sunderland look to maximise his strong form and creativity. That had to be abandoned swiftly after Ballard's red, but Le Bris was encouraged by what he had seen and so it would be a surprise if he moved away from it so quickly. | Chris Fryatt
10. LW - Chemsdine Talbi
Produced a solid performance in his favoured left wing position at Wolves last week and threatened regularly late on when moved to the right. Would be unlucky to lose his spot in the XI. | Getty Images
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11. CF - Brian Brobbey
Has emerged as one of Sunderland's most important players in recent months - Isidor is making a strong claim for a start but you'd think Brobbey will continue here. | AFP via Getty Images
12. Sub - Melker Ellborg
Made a solid start to his Sunderland career but has dropped back to the bench with Roefs fit again. | Getty Images