Sunderland are preparing for their huge FA Cup match against Newcastle at the Stadium of Light – with multiple players unavailable for both sides.
It will be the first time the two clubs have met since March 2016 - a Premier League fixture which finished 1-1 at St James’ Park.
Sunderland should go into Saturday’s fixture with confidence following a 2-0 win over Preston on New Year’s Day in Michael Beale’s fourth game in charge. Newcastle, meanwhile, have suffered three successive league defeats, with Eddie Howe’s side losing 4-2 against Liverpool last time out.
Here’s the latest Sunderland and Newcastle injury and team news ahead of their meeting at the Stadium of Light:
1. Kieran Trippier (Newcastle) - DOUBT
Trippier has started 18 of Newcastle's 20 Premier League games this season but missed the side's 4-2 defeat against Liverpool on New Year's Day with a groin injury. Howe has said the Magpies will make a late call on the defender ahead of the Sunderland fixture. Photo: Julian Finney
2. Patrick Roberts (Sunderland) - DOUBT
Beale said in Wednesday's press conference that Roberts is big doubt for the Newcastle match after missing Sunderland's win over Preston with a calf issue. Photo: FRANK REID
3. Callum Wilson (Newcastle) - OUT
Wilson also missed Newcastle's game against Liverpool with a calf issue and is set to be sidelined for the Sunderland fixture. Photo: Julian Finney
4. Dennis Cirkin (Sunderland) - OUT
Cirkin had returned to training following a hamstring injury but has been sent for further scans after experiencing discomfort. The defender is set to remain sidelined for the Newcastle fixture. Photo: Frank Reid