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Newcastle United take on Sunderland in the 3rd Round of the FA Cup in what promises to be a fascinating afternoon on Tyneside.
Eddie Howe's side come into the game as the strong favourites, however, their recent form, seven defeats in their last eight games, means the Black Cats will fancy their chances at the Stadium of Light.
Both Howe and his opposite number Michael Beale have a number of selection worries to consider ahead of the game, though, with both sides missing some of their key players.
Here, we take a look at the latest injury news from both camps ahead of kick-off at the Stadium of Light at 12:45pm.
5. Jay Matete - doubt
Matete had spent a fair amount of time sidelined with a knee injury before he featured for the Under-21’s last month. Sunderland will be cautious about introducing him back into first-team matters and thus he is a doubt for Saturday’s game. | Frank Reid
6. Niall Huggins - out
Huggins was stretchered off during Sunderland’s defeat to Coventry City last month and has been ruled-out of the rest of the campaign with a knee injury. | Frank Reid
7. Elliot Embleton - out
Embleton suffered a thigh injury whilst on-loan at Derby County. | Frank Reid
8. Patrick Roberts - doubt
Beale has labelled the former Celtic man a doubt for Saturday’s game after he missed their win over Preston North End on Monday. | Frank Reid