Almost 200 fans banned from Newcastle United, Sunderland clash

A large number of Newcastle United and Sunderland supporters will be unable to attend this Saturday's Tyne-Wear derby.

Almost 200 fans have football banning orders, which will prevent them from watching the game at St James' Park on February 1.

According to the Hartlepool Mail, 123 Newcastle fans are not permitted to go to the match, while 52 Black Cats supporters will also miss out.

Reports have claimed that police will hold back Sunderland fans for a period of time after the final whistle in order to avoid trouble between the two rivals.