Regis Le Bris has urged his Sunderland squad to use their final two Championship outings of the season to take in an improved level of form into the play-offs.
The Black Cats have failed to win a game in three since a 0-0 draw with Norwich secured their place in the end of season shootout, losing to Swansea, Bristol City and Blackburn.
But manager Le Bris has promised his side will bring their A game to their final two fixtures including against Oxford United this weekend in an effort to go into the play off semi final first leg with momentum.