Where Does Sunday’s Derby Victory Rank Among The Most Iconic?
We asked our writers for their thoughts on where Sunday’s 1-2 win sits overall — where would you place it?
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND - MARCH 22: Granit Xhaka of Sunderland celebrates 2nd goal during the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Sunderland at St James' Park on March 22, 2026 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by Ed Sykes/Sportsphoto/Allstar via Getty Images) | Getty Images Ciaran McKenna says… In terms of derby victories, I’ve been rather spoilt; in fact, I was only three years of age the last time we tasted defeat in a clash against them. Despite that, the majority of our wins between 2011 and 2015 aren’t really stuck in my mind.
Even though I’m sure I would’ve been clad in red and white and watching the games, the only one I have a clear memory of is the 1-0 victory that came as a result of Jermain Defoe’s delightful volley — as I was there live. For unknown reasons, I only bought into the club when we were in the dumps of League One. I think this may be the reason why the two victories this season are so much closer to my heart and are definitely the top two on my list.
I think I could be persuaded either way for a favourite. On one hand, the win in December was better. The stadium was rocking; our Lads were brilliant, they didn’t lay a finger on us and then their £70 million striker nutted the ball into his own net.
It was the cherry on top of our return to the league and put the final nail in the coffin of any doubters. Add the photo to that and it becomes a hard one to beat. On the other hand, last weekend’s victory is better.
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