And while Sunderland and Newcastle will go head to head at the Stadium of Light on Sunday, we wanted to look back at 9 times when the passionate fans of both sides got together.
Whether it was for charity, fun or banter, have a look at these memories from 2005 to 2016 showing supporters displaying rivalry at its best - in friendliness.
And if you want more nostalgia, visit the Sunderland Echo website and click on the retro section.
9. Toasting a 2005 memory
This 2005 fundraiser for St Clare's Hospice got loads of support and here are Sunderland fan Ray Kipling and his rival Marc Hedley leading the way. | se
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