This Sunday, Steve McClaren’s Newcastle ensemble will take on fierce rivals Sunderland at the Stadium of Light in what is a huge game for both clubs.
Every Newcastle fan is aware of the fact that Sunderland have been victorious in their last five meetings between the two clubs – and it’s time to put an end to that.
For once, though, both the Newcastle players and fans are entering the game in high spirits after an astounding 6-2 win vs Norwich.
Taking both sides’ injuries into account, here’s my combined Newcastle and Sunderland XI:
