"It will be like going into enemy territory for me. I've been there before and come out reasonably unscathed. Hopefully we can preserve that run.
"There is no doubt I will get a hot reception," said the Black Cats boss.
"It is going to be spicy, but I'm looking forward to it. I look forward to every game.
"They will be flying. They are doing well in their league and they will see this as a big scalp.
"Their manager will have everybody thinking they are the underdogs and the crowd will be generous to them from the start.
"It will be a good atmosphere and it is going to be another test for us. They've got some good players in their side."