Earlier date: Tottenham's Harry Kane will face Sunderland at an earlier time on January 16
SUNDERLAND fans have learned that the trip to White Hart Lane in the New Year will now take place at a earlier time.
The Black Cats were due to face Tottenham at 3pm on Saturday, January 16, but that has now been brought forward for a 12.45pm kick-off after being selected by BT Sport for live coverage.
Sunderland will announce the ticket details for supporters at a later date.
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