The Black Cats are unbeaten so far having won against South Shields, Gateshead, San Antonio, New Mexico and North Carolina before drawing against La Liga side Real Mallorca at the Stadium of Light last Saturday.
Here, though, we take a look at how Tony Mowbray’s Sunderland could line up against Hartlepool United with squad players eyeing minutes ahead of the 2023-24 Championship campaign:
5. CB: Nectar Triantis
Came on as a second half sub against Real Mallorca so is likely to get the nod against Hartlepool United. Zak Johnson is another option at centre-back too. Photo: FRANK REID
6. CM: Alex Pritchard
The former Huddersfield Town man didn't play any part against Real Mallorca. Photo: Frank Reid
7. CM: Chris Rigg
Sunderland youngster Chris Rigg could be handed another chance to impress from the start against Pools. Photo: Chris Fryatt
8. LW: Isaac Lihadji
The attacker came on against Real Mallorca but will likely get the chance to impress against Hartlepool United from the start. Photo: Frank Reid