The story of the day as Sunderland seal a play-off place and end their winless run at Plymouth Argyle

The Black Cats’ defeat at Blackpool on Tuesday evening was another blow as the side look to build-up some momentum ahead of a potential play-off tilt.

Indeed, victory today could secure a top six spot for Sunderland while even other results could see their spot in the play-offs mathematically secured.

And Lee Johnson could be able to call upon the returning Conor McLaughlin as he looks to shore-up a defence that have shipped six goals in their last three games.

There could be changes at the other end too, with Johnson set to make big calls on the likes of Jordan Jones in the forward areas.

And our team of writers will be bringing you a stream of team news, updates, analysis and reaction from Home Park as the Wearsiders look to return to winning ways.