Blackpool are sitting 13th at the table and have 11 points to their name from eight matches. They have won three, drawn two and lost three.
Sunderland have had their good and bad moments this campaign. They are currently sitting eight at the table, with 11 points from seven games.
Rotherham United will host Watford in an EFL Championship fixture at the New York stadium on Saturday evening.
The Wednesday night clash at the Stadium of Light will get its fair share of attention in order to see how the home side will respond without Alex Neil.
Preston North end will host Rotherham United in an EFL Championship fixture at Deepdale on Tuesday night.
Salford City will play Rotherham United in a pres-season friendly match at Victory Park on Wednesday.
Harrogate Town will play Rotherham United in a pre-season friendly at Wetherby Road on Tuesday.