The Newcastle – Sunderland derby did not disappoint! Beastly scenography and the “remontada” initialed in overtime
Article by Mihai Șovei – Published Sunday, March 22, 2026, 4:07 p.m. / Updated Sunday, March 22, 2026, 4:19 p.m.
Sunderland he imposed himself dramatically on his field Newcastlescore 2-1, in a match of round number 31 in the Premier League. It was a derby marked by events both on the field, as well as outside it.
Sunday's 'Tyne-Wear Derby' got off to a better start for the hosts. Anthony Gordon, one of the most important players of the “cotofenes”, took advantage of an error in Sunderland's defense, opening the scoring in the 10th minute, and establishing the result with which he entered the locker room, 1-0.
PHOTO GALLERY. Newcastle v Sunderland, with scenery worthy of a “Tyne-Wear Derby”
The guests came out of the locker room more motivated, and in the 57th minute, Chemsdine Talbi beat Aaron Ramsdale, restoring the tie.
In the 57th minute, substitute Malick Thiaw scored for Newcastle, but the goal was disallowed by referee Anthony Taylor for a foul.
Although the end of the match seemed to be headed for a draw, the “black cats” struck in the 90th minute of the duel. Brian Brobbey scored after a deflected ball luckily landed at his feet to make it 2-1 to Sunderland.
Brian Brobbey, decisive in Newcastle – Sunderland / imago Images
Thus continues the disastrous streak for Newcastle, who have not won against their great rival since 2011.
The result leaves Newcastle in 12th place in the Premier League with 42 points, while rivals Sunderland are close behind in 11th place with 43 points.
Premier League standings
PHOTO. Newcastle and Sunderland fans, bloody pre-match clashes
Before the start of the game on St. James' Park, several clashes between fans of the two teams took place.
It was the first time since 2016 that the “Cotofene” were the hosts of this duel, and the mobilization of the police around the stadium was impressive. However, law enforcement was unable to prevent a direct confrontation between two groups of supporters, with some requiring the intervention of medics.
The incidents erupted when a smaller group of Sunderland supporters managed to escape a police escort, followed by a violent altercation with a larger group of Newcastle fans.
