Alex Neil’s side went on a 16-match unbeaten run at the end of the 2021/22 campaign, which concluded with the club winning promotion from League One at Wembley.
Neil has managed his squad’s game time during pre-season by rotating his side for friendly fixtures.
The Black Cats boss has often set his side up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, but has also used a back three in some matches.
Here’s the Sunderland side we think could start against Coventry at the Stadium of Light.
The Black Cats boss has often set his side up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, but has also used a back three in some matches.