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Derby Day! Sunderland Eye Shock Sweep at Newcastle
22 Mar
Summary
- Sunderland seeks a historic derby sweep against Newcastle United.
- Newcastle faces midfield injury crisis ahead of the match.
- Sunderland aims to improve their recent 1W-1D-4L record.
Sunderland is preparing to face Newcastle United at St. James' Park on Sunday, aiming for a remarkable derby sweep against their rivals.
The Black Cats have struggled recently, with a record of 1 win, 1 draw, and 4 losses in their last six Premier League matches. This derby represents a significant chance to turn their form around and solidify their return to the top flight.
Newcastle United, while coming off impressive recent wins against Manchester United and Chelsea, faces considerable disruption. The team is dealing with key midfield absences, including Bruno Guimaraes and Lewis Miley, with Sandro Tonali also a doubt. Their UEFA Champions League exit mid-week further adds to potential fatigue.
Despite Newcastle's midfield issues, Sunderland also has injury concerns, with several players questionable. The match is anticipated to be a tight contest, potentially influenced by Newcastle's midweek European commitments and their ongoing squad selection dilemmas. Key players like Dan Burn and Anthony Gordon will be vital for Newcastle in this heated rivalry.
