Sunderland boss Simon Grayson takes charge of his first game for the Black Cats on Friday night when they take on Derby County in the EFL Championship.
The hosts will be hoping to get off to a perfect start as they prepare for life in English football’s second-tier, following their relegation from the Premier League last season.
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