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Newcastle United vs Sunderland — Game Preview, Stats & Players to Watch
A high-stakes Tyne‑Wear derby unfolds as Newcastle United hosts Sunderland at St. James’ Park, spotlighting a fierce regional rivalry that often defies league standings.
Game Details
- Date: 2026-03-22
- Kick-off: 8 a.m. (ET)
- Venue: St. James’ Park, Newcastle upon Tyne
- Broadcast: Telemundo
Recent Form & Key Storylines
Newcastle arrive with fluctuating results across competitions, including a notable narrow win over Manchester United and mixed form in both Premier League and UEFA Champions League fixtures. Sunderland enter the derby with a patchy run, highlighted by an FA Cup exit and inconsistent league performances. The last meeting in December 2025 ended in a 1–0 victory for Sunderland at the Stadium of Light, continuing their recent edge in the fixture. Defensive fragility and scoring inconsistency have featured in both teams’ recent play.
Summary Stats
Newcastle United last 5: W‑D‑L‑W‑L
Sunderland last 5: L‑L‑W‑D‑L
Last head‑to‑head: Sunderland 1‑0 Newcastle United (Premier League, 14 December 2025)
Players to Watch
For Newcastle, midfield orchestrator Bruno Guimarães remains pivotal in driving forward play after a trophy-winning season. Sunderland’s front line, led by forward Brian Brobbey, offers a consistent goal threat and will be key in unsettling Newcastle’s defence.
| # | Team | GP | W | D | L | GS | GA | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Arsenal FC | 31 | 21 | 7 | 3 | 61 | 22 | +39 | 70 |
| 2 |  Manchester City | 30 | 18 | 7 | 5 | 60 | 28 | +32 | 61 |
| 3 |  Manchester United | 30 | 15 | 9 | 6 | 54 | 41 | +13 | 54 |
| 4 |  Aston Villa | 30 | 15 | 6 | 9 | 40 | 37 | +3 | 51 |
| 5 |  Liverpool FC | 30 | 14 | 7 | 9 | 49 | 40 | +9 | 49 |
| 6 |  Chelsea | 30 | 13 | 9 | 8 | 53 | 35 | +18 | 48 |
| 7 |  Brentford | 29 | 13 | 5 | 11 | 44 | 40 | +4 | 44 |
| 8 |  Everton | 30 | 12 | 7 | 11 | 34 | 35 | -1 | 43 |
| 9 |  Newcastle United | 30 | 12 | 6 | 12 | 43 | 43 | +/-0 | 42 |
| 10 |  AFC Bournemouth | 30 | 9 | 14 | 7 | 44 | 46 | -2 | 41 |
| 11 |  Fulham | 30 | 12 | 5 | 13 | 40 | 43 | -3 | 41 |
| 12 |  Brighton & Hove Albion | 30 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 39 | 36 | +3 | 40 |
| 13 |  Sunderland | 30 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 30 | 35 | -5 | 40 |
| 14 |  Crystal Palace | 30 | 10 | 9 | 11 | 33 | 35 | -2 | 39 |
| 15 |  Leeds United | 30 | 7 | 11 | 12 | 37 | 48 | -11 | 32 |
| 16 |  Tottenham Hotspur | 30 | 7 | 9 | 14 | 40 | 47 | -7 | 30 |
| 17 |  Nottingham Forest | 30 | 7 | 8 | 15 | 28 | 43 | -15 | 29 |
| 18 |  West Ham United | 30 | 7 | 8 | 15 | 36 | 55 | -19 | 29 |
| 19 |  Burnley | 30 | 4 | 8 | 18 | 32 | 58 | -26 | 20 |
| 20 |  Wolverhampton Wanderers | 30 | 3 | 7 | 20 | 22 | 52 | -30 | 16 |
