O'Shea 50-50 for derby

Sunderland defender John O’Shea is rated at 50-50 to make his Barclays Premier League debut for the club in tomorrow’s derby clash with Newcastle.

Fri, 19 Aug, 2011 - 09:56

Sunderland defender John O’Shea is rated at 50-50 to make his Barclays Premier League debut for the club in tomorrow’s derby clash with Newcastle.

The Republic of Ireland international has recovered from a hamstring injury suffered in pre-season, but is short of match fitness and manager Steve Bruce will make a late decision on him.

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