Sunderland XI vs Birmingham: Confirmed lineup, team news, injury latest for today Match…

After securing seven points from their matches against Stoke, Middlesbrough, and Plymouth Argyle, Sunderland faced a setback in their early days under the leadership of Michael Beale.

They suffered a 1-0 defeat against Huddersfield, a team fighting against relegation and currently without a manager. Despite dominating possession and creating numerous clear-cut chances, the Black Cats were unable to convert their opportunities into goals.

Matthew Pearson capitalized on a fortunate deflection to score the only goal of the match, securing the victory for Huddersfield.

While some Sunderland supporters have doubts about Beale’s ability to guide the team back to the Premier League, the Black Cats are still just one point behind sixth-placed Coventry City in the race for a playoff spot.

However, Norwich City, Hull City, and Preston North seem to be in better form recently.

Despite doubts from Sunderland fans about Beale’s capability to lead the team back to the Premier League, the Black Cats are only one point away from Coventry City in the playoff race. However, Norwich City, Hull City, and Preston North seem to be in better form recently.

After making the move from Birmingham to Sunderland in the summer, Jobe Bellingham is set to face his former club at St Andrew’s this Saturday, in front of a full house – an experience he missed out on during his short stint with the Blues.

Sunderland has heavily relied on Jack Clarke’s goal-scoring prowess this season, with the 23-year-old finding the net 14 times in 32 Championship games and contributing four assists.

Sunderland has heavily relied on Jack Clarke’s goal-scoring abilities this season, as the 23-year-old has scored 14 goals in 32 Championship matches and provided four assists.

Birmingham has struggled against Sunderland recently, losing three times to the Black Cats since their return to the Championship in 2022. However, Sunderland will be without Amad Diallo, who scored the winning goals in both matches against Birmingham last season.

Projected Sunderland starting XI:

Patterson; Hume, Ballard, O’Nien, Pembele; Neil, Roberts, Bellingham, Ekwah, Clarke; Burstow