Bruce: Derby damage may never be repaired

Sunderland boss Steve Bruce admits he may never be able to repair the damage of the derby humiliation at Newcastle in the eyes of some fans.

The 49-year-old was clearly shocked by last Sunday’s 5-1 drubbing at St James’ Park and has spent the days since trying to come to terms with the heaviest defeat the Black Cats have suffered at the hands of their nearest neighbours in more than half a century.