The story of Will Grigg's winner for Sunderland with potential new signing Daniel Jebbison watching on

Lee Johnson will no doubt be hoping for a repeat of the performance at Harrogate Town, where the Black Cats were mightily impressive in their 4-0 win.

That, however, was followed by a bore goalless draw at Prenton Park as a young Black Cats team took on Tranmere Rovers.

A number of changes are expected tonight as Lee Johnson uses the game as a dress rehearsal for the League One opener at home against Wigan Athletic a week tomorrow.

Josh Hawkes could be in line to start from the beginning alongside Elliot Embleton whilst Ross Stewart is expected to start up-front.

But with a lack of options in both full-back positions, it is likely that Dan Neil and Carl Winchester will once again start in defence.

Elsewhere, there could be opportunities for a number of the club’s youngsters to shine off the bench ahead of the League One opener on August 7.

Our team of Phil Smith and James Copley will be bringing you all the latest from the game, with team news, action, analysis and more throughout the evening.

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