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Newcastle United welcome Sunderland at St James' Park, Newcastle upon Tyne on Saturday, Dec 5 at 4:00 PM in a Premier League fixture that's tighter on paper than the positions suggest — just 1 point split them in the table.
Newcastle United come into this fixture in mixed form (0W 1D 0L). Sunderland travel in mixed form (0W 0D 1L), which may hand the initiative to the hosts.
Despite playing at home, Newcastle United face a side that has dominated this fixture historically. Sunderland have won 8 of 10 encounters, with 1 draws. Their last encounter ended in Sunderland won 2–1.
Verdict: This looks an evenly matched contest. Home advantage gives Newcastle United a slight edge, but Sunderland are capable of causing problems. A draw would be a fair result.