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Newcastle United's Tyne-Wear derby clash with Sunderland has been handed a 12.45pm kick off slot.

The game will be played on Saturday 1st February and the original 3pm kick off has been brought forward.

The derby also won’t be broadcast on TV.

A statement from Sunderland said today: “Supporters are advised that the game has not been selected for TV broadcast on this occasion.

“A announcement will be made regarding official transport to St James’ Park for Sunderland fans in due course.”