Régis Le Bris has some big decisions to make as Sunderland prepare to face Liverpool at the Stadium of Light on Wednesday night.
Here, we predict how his starting XI might look and who will be on the bench...
Having a brilliant debut campaign and certain to continue in goal here.
1. GK - Robin Roefs
Having a brilliant debut campaign and certain to continue in goal here. | Chris Fryatt.
Has really settled into the right back role and especially on home turf, his overlapping runs have become a key part of Sunderland's threat.
2. RB - Nordi Mukiele
Has really settled into the right back role and especially on home turf, his overlapping runs have become a key part of Sunderland's threat. | Frank Reid
One of the first names on the teamsheet given his strength in both boxes and growing composure in possession.
3. CB - Dan Ballard
One of the first names on the teamsheet given his strength in both boxes and growing composure in possession. | Getty Images
Has a settled partnership with Ballard at the moment and it's likely to continue here, with possible rotation in the FA Cup on Sunday at Oxford.
4. CB - Omar Alderete
Has a settled partnership with Ballard at the moment and it's likely to continue here, with possible rotation in the FA Cup on Sunday at Oxford. | Omar Alderete. Photo by Chris Fryatt.