Guy Mowbray
BBC Match of the Day commentator

"They're not intending to, but mid-table, safe as houses West Brom are playing a big part in the scrap to stay up.

"The Baggies' only two defeats in their last eight league games have been 1-0 to Norwich and Newcastle, and with it looking like two from three joining Aston Villa down the ladder (notwithstanding Crystal Palace making it look more like a greasy pole!), it is imperative that Sunderland beat them too.

"I wince when I hear those involved say 'must-win' in case it doesn't happen, but Jack Rodwell went there this week, external - incredibly having never been on a winning side in the 25 league games he's started for Sunderland.

"Sunderland to triumph 1-0 with a Rodwell winner, anyone?"

Sunderland make one change from the side that drew with Newcastle, with Lee Cattermole coming for Jack Rodwell in midfield.

Image source, BBC Sport

Two changes for West Brom - James Chester comes in for Jonas Olsson, and Sandro replaces Stephane Sessegnon.

Image source, BBC Sport

As ever, we want to hear from you. Sunderland fans, can your team stay up? West Brom supporters, how high can the Baggies finish? Top half?

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Hello and welcome to live text commentary of today's Premier League match between Sunderland and West Bromwich Albion.

It's a crucial game for the Black Cats, who are currently 18th in the table and two points from safety.

The teams are in...

It's that time of the season. Things are getting seriously tight for Sunderland, who are in 18th place, two points from safety, with eight games left.

They'll be targeting at least four wins - can they get one of them against West Brom?