Sunderland head to Aston Villa this weekend with a significant milestone within their grasp. The Black Cats' impressive Premier League campaign has them on the brink of a feat not seen in over a decade.

With 46 points already secured, Regis le Bris' side has already surpassed their best top-flight points tally since the 2010-11 season. A victory at Villa Park would push them to 49 points, marking their highest total since the 2000-01 campaign—a true testament to the team's resilience and growth since their promotion.

Their 12 league wins this season are a notable achievement, matching the combined total of all three promoted teams from last year. It's also the most victories by a newly promoted side since Fulham's 15 wins in the 2022-23 season, highlighting Sunderland's successful adaptation to the top flight.

Standing in their way, however, is a tough historical record. Sunderland will need to overcome a six-match winless streak at Villa Park to claim this landmark result and continue their remarkable season.