Sunderland are in unfamiliar territory at the moment, not only featuring in the early rounds of the FA Cup for just the second time in their history, but also sending senior sides out in the EFL Trophy.

Relegation to League One means it is not the Under 23 squad that has to face Morecambe, their second ever match against the Shrimpers, but it will be a mix of first team players too.

EFL Trophy rules are complex, but there is a guideline in place to ensure that a couple of big names will be on display, at least.

Fresh from their first FA Cup first round game in almost three decades, they now have to play the League Two strugglers with a view to a Wembley appearance in the competition. Few 'big' clubs experiencing a hiatus in the third tier take it seriously, although Southampton are previous winners, as are Barnsley.

It is still likely that Black Cats fans will get to see some faces they're not entirely used to, with these five players set to play some part during the game.

Ruiter is sure to deputise for Jon McLaughlin, having previously played in the competition.

His route to the first team is blocked by the superb form of the current number one, so he'll have to settle for a run out against Jim Bentley's Morecambe.

Taylor is a versatile defender, able to play right back or centre back and he could well be given a chance to shine this evening.

Sunderland have already qualified for the next round and it seems a good chance to blood a new face or two.

Power is due back from his suspension, but won't walk back into League One action just like that.

He's sure to get a game tonight an improve on his match fitness after his absence.

Diamond came on against Carlisle in the competition and will be hoping for a start this evening.

The academy product is highly rated in the north east and will surely get a chance to prove it this evening.

O'Nien helped get Wycombe into League One last season, but has been on the periphery of the Black Cats side this time out.

He has been improving in recent weeks and a good showing this evening could force Jack Ross' hand.