Newcastle United face a season-defining trip to bitter rivals Sunderland in the Premier League on Sunday.
This particular Wear-Tyne derby is the first meeting between Sunderland and Newcastle United in the Premier League since March 2016.
It is an absolutely huge game for Eddie Howe. Newcastle are generally so poor away from home but the idea of losing at the Stadium of Light is hardly worth thinking about.
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Newcastle’s recent Premier League record against Sunderland is very poor but they did win on their last visit to Wearside, in an FA Cup match back in January 2024.
Here’s everything you need to know.
Date, kick-off time and venue for Sunderland vs Newcastle United
Sunderland vs Newcastle United is scheduled for a 2pm GMT kick-off time on Sunday, 14 December, 2025.
The match will be played at the Stadium of Light in Sunderland.
Where to watch Sunderland vs Newcastle United
TV channel: The game will be broadcast on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League.
Live stream: Those who subscribe to Sky Go will be able to watch on a live stream via their website or app.
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Sunderland vs Newcastle United team news
The hosts will be without Luke O’Nien after he was sent off against Manchester City last weekend.
Reinildo Mandava and Habib Diarra, however, could return.
For Newcastle, Nick Pope could play against Sunderland after missing the last few games with a groin injury.
Kieran Trippier, William Osula, Emil Krafth and Sven Botman will all likely be injured.
Yoane Wissa and Joelinton could make the game after suffering with illness and injury respectively earlier this week.
Howe will provide further updates from around 9.30am GMT on Friday morning. Check back in for updates then!
Sunderland vs Newcastle United prediction
It’s very hard to back Newcastle away from home. However, they largely have a good record in the big games under Howe, and will be expected to show up here.
Sunderland do have a tendency to score late goals, while Newcastle are liable to concede them.
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That’s a major worry but Newcastle should feel confident about taking at least something from Wearside.
Score prediction: Sunderland 1-1 Newcastle United
Sunderland vs Newcastle United head to head (h2h) history and results
Sunderland wins: 53
Draws: 49
Newcastle United wins: 54