The Black Cats have failed to win in their last four games and have slipped out the top six – so where do they rank in the form table?
We’ve examined the data from the last six games to see where Sunderland sit and, crucially, how they compare to their promotion rivals:
9. 15th - Rochdale
Last six games: Points: 7 | GD: -4 Photo: Charlotte Tattersall
10. 14th - Bristol Rovers
Last six games: Points: 7 | GD: -3 Photo: Alex Davidson
11. 13th - Accrington Stanley
Last six games: Points: 7 | GD: -2 Photo: Nathan Stirk
12. 12th - Blackpool
Last six games: Points: 8 | GD: 0 Photo: Mark Robinson