Sunderland will take on Saudi table-toppers Al-Shabab during their training camp in Dubai.
Tony Mowbray's squad were given the week off after the win over Birmingham City last Friday and will travel to Dubai for a week-long training camp this coming Sunday.
As part of the training block, it has now been confirmed, the Black Cats will play a friendly a week on Friday.
A club statement says: "Sunderland AFC will face Al-Shabab Football Club in a friendly fixture during their upcoming trip to the United Arab Emirates.
"Tony Mowbray’s side will travel to Dubai on Sunday for a week-long training camp ahead of a return to Sky Bet Championship action on 3 December when Millwall visit Wearside.
"The fixture against Al-Shabab, who currently sit first in the SPL, will be played on Friday 25 November at 17:00 GST (13:00 GMT) at Jebel Ali Centre of Excellence."
After eight games, Al-Shabab are currently top of the Saudi Pro League.
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