Season card holders can apply now for the ever-popular away trip to Wigan.

The Black Cats were backed by over 4,600 fans in Lancashire last year and similar numbers look set to make the trip when their side face the Latics at the DW Stadium of Saturday 11th September (KO 3pm).

The game will see Titus Bramble, Lee Cattermole and manager Steve Bruce return to their former club.

Valid season card holders can apply online at www.safc.com/tickets or by requesting an application form from the Ticket Office until 5pm on Thursday 19th August.

General sale will commence from 10am on Thursday 26th August, subject to availability.

Seats are priced at £20 adults and £15 for over-65s and under-16s. All tickets are sold subject to ground regulations.