Sunderland v Newcastle - Tyne-Wear Derby: Sunday: 21-10-12

Sunderland v Newcastle - Tyne-Wear Derby: Sunday: 21-10-12

The first of the seasons two Tyne-Wear Derby's takes place on Sunday 21st October with a 13.30hrs kick off.

The first meeting of the two sides took place in 1883, with the first competitive fixture being an 1888 FA Cup tie, in which Sunderland won 2�1. However, Newcastle have won the Derby fixtures 53 times, with Sunderland recording 45 wins and the sides drawing 45 times. The latest coming together of the two sides occurred on 4 March 2012, a Premier League match which ended in a draw: 1-1

There will be little doubt that the match on Sunday will be a well contended battle of skill and team pride, with both sides wishing to secure the victory. The fans supporting both sides of this derby match have a well documented rivalry, as football runs deep in the veins of the north east population. Lets hope that the battle of the Tyne-Wear Derby, remains solely on the pitch this weekend.