Sunderland are preparing for their first Championship game of the season against Ipswich Town - but who will start for Tony Mowbray’s side?
The Black Cats boss is set to make several changes following Tuesday’s defeat at Hartlepool, where a rotated team was beaten 5-2.
Sunderland will still be without several injured players for the match against Ipswich, with Ross Stewart, Aji Alese, Corry Evans, Elliot Embleton and Jay Matete all sidelined.
Here’s our predicted Sunderland XI to face Ipswich at the Stadium of Light:
9. CAM: Alex Pritchard
The 30-year-old playmaker missed parts of last season due to injuries but ended the campaign in good form. Amad's return to Manchester United has left a vacant space in Sunderland's attack, which is likely to be filled by Pritchard or Jobe Bellingham. Photo: Frank Reid
10. LW: Jack Clarke
Burnley have seen multiple offers rejected for Clarke this summer, yet the 22-year-old remains happy at Sunderland and isn’t pushing for a move. Photo: Frank Reid
11. ST: Hemir
With Ross Stewart still recovering from an Achilles injury, Hemir, 19, is set to lead the line against Ipswich after scoring a couple of goals in pre-season. Photo: Frank Reid