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:
13. Matt Targett (Newcastle) - OUT
Targett suffered a hamstring injury during November's Carabao Cup game against Manchester United, which required surgery. The 28-year-old isn't expected to return until next month. Photo: Michael Regan
14. Corry Evans (Sunderland) - OUT
Evans is still recovering from an ACL injury he suffered in January last year and remains sidelined as Luke O'Nien continues to captain the side. Photo: Frank Reid
15. Jacob Murphy (Newcastle) - OUT
Murphy needed surgery on a shoulder injury in November and won't be back in time for the Sunderland fixture at the Stadium of Light. Photo: Ian MacNicol
16. Elliot Embleton (Sunderland) - OUT
Embleton is recovering from a thigh injury he suffered while on loan at Derby. The 24-year-old is set for another extended spell on the sidelines. Photo: Frank Reid