Former Sunderland striker Marco Gabbiadini says an FA Cup run would be an opportunity to "reward the fans".
The Black Cats were drawn away at League One Port Vale or Bristol City of the Championship in the fifth round.
Gabbiadini told BBC Radio Newcastle: "They'll be very happy with that. There were a lot of Premier League teams in there.
"After what we've achieved in that first half of the season, carrying on in the FA Cup is ideal. It's an opportunity to reward the fans for their loyalty over the past few years.
"It's not a bad draw is it! You would expect us to put out a decent team for the chance of getting into the sixth round."
Listen to the full chat with Gabbiadini above or on on BBC Sounds here