There's no doubt about the standout game in League One this weekend, with leaders Portsmouth hosting third-placed Sunderland in what should be a cracker at Fratton Park.

Even though Pompey boast a five-point lead over the Black Cats, Jack Ross' side have two games in hand on their rivals.

Therefore, Saturday is a huge game for both clubs, who will expect to be playing Championship football again next season.

The north-east side head into the game in good form and have only lost once this season, against Burton Albion way back in September.

So, it's clear that Ross has found the right formula with his new side and they will be confident of securing a big result against Kenny Jackett's men.

And, here we take a look at the XI we expect Ross to go with...

Sunderland were handed a huge boost in the week when it emerged that number one keeper McLaughlin would be fit.

He had gone off injured against Bristol Rovers last time out.

The right-back has been a strong performer this season and will keep his place.

Tom Flanagan is a doubt and even though this is a huge game, we can't imagine he will be risked ahead of a busy Christmas period, so Loovens should start again.

The former Peterborough man has been a regular and has impressed this season.

In the only change from last week, the now-fit James could come in for Bryan Oviedo.

The aggressive midfielder will try and help the visitors get control of the game in the middle of the park.

He will be joined by Power, who will need to keep his discipline in what will be a feisty clash.

The Irishman will look to make a difference in the final third with his creativity and skill.

With Cattermole and Power sitting, the local lad is given a license to get forward and will be a threat arriving late into the box.

Gooch will provide Sunderland with width down the left flank.

An easy choice, the youngster is Sunderland's top scorer and will be a major threat on the day.