Régis Le Bris has some huge decisions to make as Sunderland look to get back to winning ways when Bournemouth visit the Stadium of Light.
Le Bris has to decide whether to stick with the back five shape that has delivered some impressive results but misfired against Fulham, and whether he needs to freshen the XI that has been fairly settled over the last month. With a number of injured players also back in contention, he also has some tricky calls to make as to who will be on the bench. Here, we predict what he might ultimately go with...
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