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      Sunderland vs Newcastle – FA Cup third round preview: Black Cats host Magpies in first Tyne-Wear derby for seven years

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      NEWCASTLE will make the short trip to fierce rivals Sunderland in the first Tyne-Wear derby in seven years.The Magpies have lost their last three games and go to the Stadium of Light in need of a huge performance.
      Newcastle were beaten 4-2 at Liverpool on New Year’s DayCredit: GETTY
      Sunderland beat Preston 2-0 last time outCredit: ALAMY
      It’s been a rocky season for Newcastle, with Eddie Howe feeling the full effects of their European journey as many of Toon’s first-team regulars have been out injured for large parts of the season.
      Kieran Trippier is the latest player with an issue, as he missed the 4-2 defeat at Liverpool on New Year’s Day.
      Meanwhile, Sunderland have taken seven points from their last three games as they look to secure a place in the Championship Play-Offs come May.
      The Black Cats hold a far superior record in the last five Tyne-Wear derbies, winning four and drawing one of the last five meetings.
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      Newcastle are without a win against their bitter rivals since August 2011.
      When is Sunderland vs Newcastle?

      Sunderland vs Newcastle will take place on Saturday, January 6th.
      Kick off will be at 12.45pm GMT.
      Stadium of Light will host.

      What TV channel is Sunderland vs Newcastle on and can it be live streamed FREE?

      Sunderland vs Newcastle will be broadcast live on ITV1.
      You can live stream the match for FREE via the ITVX app/website.
      Alternatively, you can keep up to date with all the action via SunSport’s live blog.

      Team news
      Former Manchester City winger Patrick Roberts was missing from Sunderland’s win over Preston and is a doubt for Saturday’s huge clash.
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      Full-back Dennis Cirkin has returned to training following a hamstring injury and could be involved against Newcastle.
      Bradley Dack is also a doubt for the match, but midfielders Corry Evans and Elliot Embleton will be unavailable.
      Newcastle’s Kieran Trippier and Callum Wilson missed the match at Liverpool on Monday and may not return in time for the Tyne-Wear derby.
      Harvey Barnes, Joe Willock, Nick Pope, Jacob Murphy and Sandro Tonali will all remain unavailable.
      What are the odds?
      Match result

      Sunderland – 3/1
      Draw – 3/1
      Newcastle – 8/11

      *Odds courtesy of Paddy Power and are correct at the last time of publication. More

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      Ex-Man City wonderkid forced to retire aged just 30 with heartbreaking message ‘I never thought I’d be writing’

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      EX-MANCHESTER CITY academy star Emyr Huws has retired at the age of 30.The 11-cap Wales midfielder played once for City’s first-team as a substitute for Micah Richards in a 5-0 FA Cup win over Blackburn at the Etihad in January 2014.
      Emyr Huws has announced his retirement from football at the age of 30Credit: Rex
      Huws started his career at Manchester City where he played once for the senior team
      Huws, who scored once for his country against the Netherlands in November 2015, had spells at Ipswich, Cardiff and Colchester but injuries plagued his promising career.
      He also had loan stints at Birmingham, Wigan, Huddersfield and Northampton. 
      Huws posted on Instagram: “Whilst writing this message, I never thought I’d be writing this shortly after my 30th birthday.
      “To those of you that know me, will know that this journey within football has been my life since I was six years old.
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      “The time has now come to enter a new stage in my life, this journey has taught me many extraordinary things.
      “I remember when I was young, the certainty I had that I was going to be a footballer was powerful and with all the obstacles thrown at me, I achieved that dream.
      “God only knows how much support I’ve needed through this journey, and I’m blessed to have had immense support with me all of the way.
      “Even in the bleakest of times with their help and my determination I always found a way and thank all of you.
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      “I’ve come to the realisation through many tough lessons that this path is no longer meant for me, and I am meant for something else.
      “My deepest gratitude to everyone involved in my journey and I thank you all for helping me become the man I am today.
      “My time playing the game is at an end but I am not done yet, my mission is to use all of my experience and wisdom to help inspire and empower as many people as possible.
      “Thank you everyone and I hope you all chase your dreams in this short life.” More

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      FA Cup second round clash has special one-off rule as Blackpool and Forest Green battle for trip to Premier League club

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      BLACKPOOL’s FA Cup second-round tie with Forest Green Rovers will have a special one-off rule – amid unique circumstances.Next Tuesday’s game can have extra time and penalties as normal but no replay, with the winners visiting Premier League side Nottingham Forest.
      Football chiefs have ditched any replay for next Tuesday’s delayed round-two tieCredit: PA
      Blackpool’s historic Bloomfield Road will host Forest Green on December 19Credit: Action Images – Reuters
      The match is much delayed after football chiefs forced Forest Green to play their first-round tie with Scarborough Athletic again.
      Rovers included an ineligible player in their squad.
      But instead of being chucked out of the competition following their 5-2 win, the FA took the unprecedented step of allowing Forest Green to replay the game.
      There was an admin error over a loan player – but the situation was unusual.
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      Forest Green had received permission from the star’s parent club to use him in the competition – but the FA had not been notified of this.
      The FA then called off Rovers’ tie with Blackpool a day before it was originally scheduled to be played.
      Instead the League Two strugglers took on National League North side Scarborough once more on Tuesday this week – winning 4-2.
      Rovers’ victory clinched a trip to League One promotion hopefuls Blackpool.
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      Now the Seasiders have confirmed the tie will have a special rule.
      Blackpool said in a statement: “The tie will be played to its conclusion on the night, with extra time and penalties after 90 minutes should the game end in a draw.
      “Tickets purchased for the original fixture remain valid for the rescheduled game.” More

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      FA Cup star TWERKS live on BBC Two after shock win as fans say ‘hang it in the Louvre’

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      AN ALDERSHOT TOWN player shocked fans after getting on all fours and TWERKING following his side’s shock FA Cup victory over Stockport.Aldershot currently compete in the National League and managed to mastermind a 1-0 victory over Stockport – who are currently top of League Two.
      Theo Widdrington twerked live on BBC Two to celebrate Aldershot’s winCredit: BBC

      Oliver Scott was the hero on the night – scoring an 88th minute winner to send Aldershot through.
      Aldershot had earned a replay by holding Stockport to a 2-2 draw on December 3.
      The unlikely win sparked scenes of wild celebration but one player in particular grabbed the attention of fans and TV viewers alike.
      Shots midfielder Theo Widdrington dropped to all fours and twerked in front of the BBC Two cameras.
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      Fans online loved Widdrington’s moves.
      One fan posted on X: “Theo Widdrington twerking on the BBC is well worth paying the TV license fee for!”
      Another wrote: “I love them, get them back in the EFL!”
      While a third posted: “Hang it in the Louvre!”
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      Widdrington shares his penchant for moves with his brother, Kai, who competes on Strictly come dancing.
      Their father, Tommy, is a former professional footballer and current manager of Aldershot Town.
      Aldershot will be hoping to claim another FA Cup scalp when they travel to Championship West Brom in January.
      Widdrington joined Aldershot this summerCredit: Getty More

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      Alex Scott hailed for live TV coverage of FA Cup with even Tottenham fans loving ex-Arsenal star

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      ALEX SCOTT has been hailed for her live TV coverage of the FA Cup.The presenter worked on Stockport’s defeat to Aldershot live from Edgeley Park.
      Alex Scott earned praise for her presenting of an FA Cup clash between Stockport and AldershortCredit: BBC
      The BBC star tucked into Christmas dinner in a cupCredit: Instagram @alexscott2
      Scott won a lot of plaudits for her handling of Joey Barton’s criticismCredit: BBC
      She won a lot of praise for her style with one fan comparing her to other legendary female presenters like Clare Balding.
      A viewer said: “@AlexScott ok all-time favourite women presenters. Hazel Irvine best for snooker. Clare Balding best for horse racing, Kirsty Gallacher is my crush for football but you will beat all of them.
      “Keep up the good work, you are top notch. And I’m a Spurs supporter…”
      Another added: “Anybody with any sense knows how brilliant @AlexScott is at her job. The things she has done for football and the industry should be applauded.
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      “She continues to push the game forward and always stands up for what is right. I can’t think of many better role models within the game.”
      A third wrote: “She’s brilliant, an absolute natural.”
      Last weekend Scott was praised for her “total class” as she indirectly replied to Joey Barton’s tirade about female pundits.
      Scott, 39, who had said she “doesn’t want to give Barton oxygen”, took aim with a passionate message on live TV.
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      The former Lioness and Arsenal star said during the BBC’s coverage of the WSL on Sunday: “To all of the women in football.
      “In front of the camera and behind it, to the players and everyone that attends games.
      “Keep being the role models that you continue to be to all those young girls that are told no you can’t.
      “Football is a better place with us all in it.”
      Scott braved the cold at Stockport and shared a video of her tucking into a Hatters speciality – Christmas dinner in a cup. More

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      Fans say ‘Maradona would be proud’ as non-league star PUNCHES ball into net to score ‘Hand of Harry’

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      A NON-LEAGUE star has been compared to Diego Maradona after PUNCHING in a “goal”.Harry Pritchard netted in Barnet’s FA Cup defeat to Newport County in bizarre circumstances.
      Harry Pritchard scored with his hand against Newport CountyCredit: X
      The midfielder appeared to PUNCH the ball into the goal while his side was 2-0 down.
      The goal was given despite footage revealing that Pritchard, 31, used his hand to guide the ball past Nick Townsend.
      Fans spotted the handball and flocked to social media to comment.
      One fan posted: “Best ‘committed header’ I’ve ever seen.”
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      A second commented: “Diego [Maradona] would have been proud.”
      Another quipped: “Maradona alive and well and living in Barnet.”
      A fourth said: “Hand of Harry.”
      The goal proved to be a consolation for the non-league side as Newport went on to win 4-1.
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      Barnet boss Dean Brennan admitted that the goal should not have counted after the game.
      He told club media: “We were a bit lucky, I was told it was a handball.
      “I have seen it back and it is a clear handball from Pritch.”
      The Welsh side will now face Eastleigh in the third round of the FA Cup.
      Dean Brennan admitted it was handball after the gameCredit: Getty More

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      Man Utd’s FA Cup clash with Wigan will be 86th televised match of their last 87 in all cup competitions

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      MANCHESTER UNITED’S FA Cup clash with Wigan will be broadcast on BBC One.That means the Red Devils will have featured on TV in 86 out of 87 cup clashes, dating back to 2005.
      Manchester United travel to Wigan on January 8Credit: EPA
      The only match not to be televised was an FA Cup third round clash against Derby in January 2018, which United won 2-0.
      Prior to that every single one of United’s FA Cup and League Cup matches were aired, dating back to a 0-0 draw with Exexter in 2005.
      That means every stage of last year’s Carabao Cup success was shown live on air.
      Erik ten Hag also led his side to the FA Cup final where they lost to rivals Manchester City.
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      The Dutchman will be confident he can overcome League One side Wigan, who won the FA Cup in 2023.
      However his side have not fared very well in cup competitions this season having been beaten 3-0 in the Carabao Cup by Newcastle.
      United are also on the brink of Champions League elimination and need to beat Bayern Munich to have hope of qualifying from their group.
      The Red Devils’ meeting with Wigan will be the last match of the third round weekend to be broadcast.
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      Crystal Palace vs Everton will be shown on Thursday with Tottenham’s clash against Burnley airing a day later.
      Saturday TV sees Newcastle travel to Sunderland for a Tyne-Wear derby before two Prem titans battle it out on Sunday – Liverpool and Arsenal. More

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      FA make unprecedented intervention after Forest Green’s FA Cup clash with Scarborough ordered to be replayed

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      THE FA have made the unprecedented move of ruling Scarborough Athletic will receive 100 per cent of the gate receipts from their FA Cup replay against Forest Green Rovers.It comes after it was ordered that the first round tie be replayed due to an ADMIN ERROR.
      Forest Green vs Scarborough will be replayedCredit: Getty
      Forest Green’s second round tie away to Blackpool was dramatically called off last Friday, the evening before they were set to play on Saturday.
      Forest Green had won their first round tie comprehensively, beating National League North side Scarborough 5-2.
      However the result was declared null and void because of an admin error between Forest Green and the FA.
      The FA found Forest Green to be guilty of fielding an ineligible player in their squad due to him only being on loan.
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      Forest Green had not notified the FA that they had permission from the player’s parent club to play in the game but have now submitted the required paperwork.
      In an unprecedented move, Scarborough will keep 100 per cent of the gate receipts in the replay and Forest Green will not receive accommodation expenses – as per the FA verdict.
      Usually the takings on the gate for FA Cup ties are split evenly between the sides.
      The game will be replayed on Tuesday December 12.
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      Forest Green owner Dale Vince posted on X to update fans and said: “When investigations take place and rulings get announced in football, fans are often left confused as to what actually went on – making them wonder what the hell is happening at their club.
      “Our recent charge came about after we failed to tell the FA that we had permission from the player’s home club to be part of our FA Cup squad. They recognised we had approval for the player – but that we had not told them, which was our mistake. In the grand scheme of things this was an admin error, so we appreciate the FA’s acceptance of what happened and their judgement.
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      “The FA ruled that @safc will keep all the money from the gate for this replay, as is right – and we don’t get travel or accommodation expenses (which are normal). Hopefully this means something good can come from this.”
      The tie between Forest Green and Scarborough will be decided on the night without the possibility of a replay if the game is a draw.
      So penalties will be used to decide the fixture should the game end in a draw after extra time.
      The winner will play Blackpool away the following Tuesday. More