The derby is very nearly upon us.

Sunderland head for St James' Park this weekend looking to do the double over Newcastle United.

So where will the game be won and lost? Who plays and what happens if Dan Ballard misses out? Who plays on the right flank? What would defeat mean for both sides? What does the future hold for Bertrand Traore? And how will Sunday's game play out?

We discuss all of the above in our preview.

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