The Black Cats have moved up to fifth in the Championship table following Tuesday’s 3-0 win at QPR, courtesy of Luke O’Nien’s opener and a Jack Clarke double.
Mowbray made three changes for the QPR fixture and may choose to rotate his side again during a congested fixture schedule.
Ross Stewart, Corry Evans, Elliot Embleton remain out with long-term injuries, while Niall Huggins and Lynden Gooch won’t be available for the Bristol City game.
Here’s our predicted Sunderland side to face The Robins:
1. GK: Anthony Patterson
Patterson kept his sixth clean sheet of the season in the 1-0 win over Leeds and has started every league game for the Black Cats this season. Photo: Frank Reid
2. RB: Trai Hume
Hume was one of Sunderland’s standout performers in the wins over West Brom and Leeds, showing his defensive qualities and ability to change positions. Photo: Frank Reid
3. CB: Dan Ballard
After scoring against West Brom, Ballard produced another fine performance against Leeds and was dominant from set pieces. Photo: Frank Reid
4. CB: Luke O’Nien
O’Nien has missed just one Championship game this season due to a suspension and continues to captain the side in the heart of defence. Photo: Frank Reid