In a poll on our Sunderland Echo SAFC Twitter page, supporters had their say on the side Jack Ross should name for the clash at the Estadio Municipal de Albufeira – with some shock omissions and debuts dished out. Scroll down and click through the pages to see if you agree with the team Sunderland fans voted for:
5. AM: Chris Maguire
With Ross looking likely to name one more advanced midfield player, fans believe Maguire could be the perfect fit - with 61% wanting him to start against Benfica. Photo: Frank Reid
6. ST: Duncan Watmore
Sunderland fans want to see two out-and-out strikers named against Benfica B - with 25% calling for Watmore to be one of them. Photo: Frank Reid
7. ST: Will Grigg
And 69% of supporters polled want Grigg to partner him - as the striker looks to get off the mark ahead of the new campaign. Photo: FRANK REID