Black Cats fans are confident after Lee Johnson named a strong side to play Northampton Town.
The Sunderland head coach made five changes from the 1-1 draw with AFC Wimbledon.
Josh Scowen was handed a surprise start after his injury was not as bad as first feared, while Dion Sanderson started at right back.
Sunderland fans were confident of brining the points back to Wearside.
John67684101 tweeted: "Good team. Should be good enough for 3 points.
"Hopefully start hard and fast make it a stress free and enjoyable first Saturday of 2021."
LewisH said: "Three points lads."
Tom tweeted: "Nice. Hope Sanderson does well tbh."
Others would have liked to see Johnson hand other players a chance.
Lewis H said: "Is there actually any point in naming Graham in the squad? May as well put Curry there."
John Bell said: "If Willis is fit he should start in my opinion."
