Grab a beer and join our Cats Watch Party – soft drinks are available!

It's a huge game for Sunderland on Wednesday evening as they host Lincoln City in the Papa John's Trophy semifinal - and we'd love you to join us for the game!

The Black Cats are just one game away from a Wembley final as preparations continue for the 6pm kick-off at the Stadium of Light.

With Sunderland – fresh from their 4-1 thrashing of Doncaster Rovers – taking on

League One leaders Lincoln City, it is all set to be a cracker of a cup tie.

And we will be bringing you live commentary, fan reaction, expert insight and in-depth analysis via our live stream for the paper's Watch Party.

Our team of Sunderland presenters will be joined by a selection of fans, with our SAFC writers Phil Smith and Mark Donnelly dropping in live from the Stadium of Light to bring you expert live analysis throughout the evening.

So why not grab a beer, a glass of wine - or a soft drink if you prefer - and join us on our live interactive platform, providing passion and cutting analysis as Sunderland battle for a Wembley final.

Join us from 5.45pm on Wednesday, February 17 and our team will be answering your questions, giving the latest insight on the big talking points at the club with the takeover edging ever nearer.

You can follow our Watch Party at sunderlandecho. com or via our SAFC Facebook page at facebook.com/ sunderlandechosafc and via @sunechosafc.

On the night, join in the fun and interact with us via the Twitter hashtag #SAFCWATCH or #AskWATCHPARTY.

*Scotland's First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has called on football to "make sure your house is in order" following allegations that Rangers players attended a house party which was broken up by police.

After it emerged some players had been accused of breaching Scotland's strict lockdown restrictions, Rangers on Sunday issued a statement on Twitter saying they were aware of an alleged incident and had launched an internal investigation.

Asked on Monday at the Scottish Government's daily briefing about the alleged incident, Sturgeon said: "Sometimes I feel that it's taking me all my power not to stand here and use expletives whenever I get asked about football again.

"So can I say to football and sport generally - please, make sure your house is in order . Stop breaking the rules.”