With Sunderland already assured of a play-off place and almost certain to finish no lower than where they are now - fourth - Regis Le Bris's side just need to keep things ticking over during their remaining four games and steer clear of any major injuries.
Bristol City, 12 points behind the Black Cats in fifth, are also looking good for a top-six finish and will do everything they can to protect their four-point cushion to the chasing pack in these next four games.
Here are the key stats ahead of their meeting on Good Friday (15:00 BST).