Here, we’ve picked out some of the key things to watch out for ahead of a interesting few days for our clubs. Scroll and click through the pages to see what we have gone with:
5. Sunderland’s penalty situation
After Aiden McGeady’s penalty miss in midweek, there has been a debate around whether there should be designated penalty taker. Ross, though, said he won’t pick a sole taker, though hinted McGeady and Lynden Gooch are the prime suspects. Photo: FRANK REID 2019
6. A sea of Red and White
Sunderland, as ever, will take a big following to Bolton in a packed out away end. Like any away day, there could be some scenes in the away end, especially if the Black Cats leave with three points. Photo: Frank Reid
7. Sunderland U18s vs Newcastle U18s
Any Wear-Tyne derby always brings some added spice, even if it is the under-18s. While Black Cats and Magpies’ first-team face off in important games, be sure to watch out for this result. 11am kick-off. Photo: Frank Reid
8. Two promotion contenders do battle
An early promotion six-pointer? South Shields host Basford United at Mariners Park with both side carrying promotion aspirations. A win for either team could put them top of the Northern Premier tree. Photo: Martin Swinney