The second international break of the season is already here despite Sunderland being just 11 games into the new season.
It has been an eventful week for Sunderland after they parted company with Jack Ross on Tuesday. He leaves with Sunderland sat in sixth place in League One with 19 points.
Below, we detail where and when Sunderland’s international contingent are playing as well as what it means for both their international and club prospects.
Jon McLaughlin
Thursday 10th October vs Russia (A, 19:45)
Sunday 13th October vs San Marino (H, 17:00)
Mclaughlin has once again been named in Steve Clarke’s Scotland squad ahead of their Euro 2020 qualifier double header.
Scotland are second bottom of Group I and the upcoming fixtures are vital in their search for points.
Tom Flanagan and Conor McLaughlin (Northern Ireland)
Thursday 10th October vs Netherlands (A, 19:45)
Monday 14th October vs Czech Republic (A, 18:00)
Michael O’Neill’s men sit second in Group C, level on points with leaders Germany - only trailing on goal difference.
Northern Ireland will take on third placed Netherlands in Rotterdam in what is a vital clash in terms of qualification to EURO 2020.
The Green and White Army then face Czech Republic in a friendly game.
Both Flanagan and McLaughlin started in last month's win over Luxembourg and will be hoping to add to their caps this week.
