But how does the Black Cats’ record in Championship games during 2023 stack up compared to their rivals?
Here, we take a look at every club that has played in the Championship during the year 2023 and where they rank in this alternative table:
1. Sheffield Wednesday
Wednesday rank 30th in our alternative Championship table with 3 points accumulated during 2023 so far. Photo: Ashley Allen
2. Reading
Reading rank 29th in our alternative Championship table with 8 points accumulated during 2023 so far. Photo: Bryn Lennon
3. Plymouth Argyle
Argyle rank 28th in our alternative Championship table with 11 points accumulated during 2023 so far. Photo: Cameron Smith
4. Southampton
Southampton rank 27th in our alternative Championship table with 17 points accumulated during 2023 so far. Photo: George Wood
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