John O'Shea gearing up for Newcastle derby

John O’Shea will run out into the white heat of the Tyne-Wear derby having already had a taste of the fierce rivalry this week.

The Sunderland skipper will lead his team out at St James’ Park on Sunday looking for an unprecedented fourth successive victory over neighbours Newcastle in a game which could go a long way to determining how enjoyable Christmas is for the respective clubs’ supporters.