Ross Halls is joined by Sunderland writer Joe Nicholson to get the lowdown on The Black Cats ahead of their Championship clash with Ipswich Town at Portman Road. 

Kieran McKenna's side are looking for their first league win in five games, while Michael Beale side go into this game off the back of their derby day 3-0 defeat against Newcastle in the FA Cup. 

The Blues are second in the table, while Sunderland sit in the final play-off spot after winning their last league game 2-0 at home to Preston on New Years' Day. 

The two sides faced each other on the opening day as the Blues started their life in the second tier with a 2-1 win at the Stadium of Light. 

The duo discuss the season so far, thoughts on Beale, the mood among fans, key players, and predictions for the game.

Watch the full video below...