Newcastle United's Bruno Guimaraes emphasises the importance of defeating Sunderland in the upcoming Tyne-Wear derby to assert regional dominance. This Premier League clash marks their first meeting since
March 2016, when they drew 1-1 at St. James Park. Newcastle has suffered defeats in their last three away league matches against Sunderland, a record worse than their previous 21 visits combined.
Bruno Guimaraes has been a key player for Newcastle this season, scoring five Premier League goals. His best goal-scoring season was in 2023-24 with seven goals. Notably, all his goals this season have been at home, with nine of his last ten overall also at St James Park. The Brazilian midfielder is eager to improve Newcastle's recent performance against Sunderland and aims to surpass them in the league standings.
The atmosphere is expected to be intense, but Guimaraes remains optimistic about the derby. "I know it's going to be a tough atmosphere, but it's a derby, it's a final," he told Sky Sports News. He believes that performing well and securing a victory is crucial for both the team and its supporters.
Fans are eagerly anticipating this match after nine years without a Premier League derby between these two teams. The excitement extends to the players as well, who are looking forward to showcasing their skills on such an important occasion. "We have to perform, we have to play well and we have to win, so that's the mentality now," Guimaraes stated.
The significance of this match goes beyond just points on the table; it represents pride for both cities involved. Guimaraes expressed his love for these high-stakes games and noted that Newcastle tends to perform well when the atmosphere is charged with energy from passionate fans.
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Guimaraes acknowledges that winning this derby is essential for Newcastle's aspirations of becoming regional leaders. He looks forward to facing Sunderland and hopes the team can deliver their best football performance during this crucial encounter.
This match holds great importance not only for the teams but also for their respective cities. Both sides are eager to claim victory and establish themselves as dominant forces in the region once again.
