Sunderland – 17th, 37 points
It is a vitally important game in hand for Paolo Di Canio’s side as they host Stoke at the Stadium of Light.
A win for the Black Cats would see them move up to the cherished 40 point mark, although morale may be low after a heavy 6-1 defeat at Villa last Monday.
With things so close at the bottom of the table even 40 points may not be enough this year.
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