Tensions were high in the North East on Sunday as Sunderland and Newcastle clashed in the first Tyne Wear derby in the Premier League in almost 10 years.
Shocking footage has been released of a large brawl breaking out inside a packed bar after Sunday’s Tyne Wear derby. Rivals Sunderland and Newcastle faced off in the Premier League for the first time in nearly 10 years.
Newcastle striker Nick Woltemade’s own goal gave Sunderland all the points at the Stadium of Light, sending the home fans into raptures. But there were ugly scenes at the bar where the match was screened.
Violence broke out shortly after the final whistle, with a video circulating on social media showing about 15 people fighting with each other. The situation worsened and the screams of women and children could be heard.
A man is seen falling from the table onto the floor after a chair is thrown over his head. The woman, wearing a Newcastle shirt, fell to her knees and ran for her life as waves of bodies rushed towards her.
In retaliation, the same man picked up a table and threw it at two other men wearing jerseys. Chairs then fly across the room and punches are thrown.
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Eventually the chaos stopped. Some participants left the room to ensure their safety as the cries of frightened children were still heard.
A Northumbria Police spokesperson said: “We were called to a property in Stone Cellar Road, Washington, shortly after 4pm yesterday (Sunday) to reports of a disturbance. We received reports of a number of people fighting inside.”
“Upon the arrival of officers, many of those believed to have been involved left the area. The report continues to be investigated to identify those involved in the altercation.”
“If you have any information, please contact us by sending us a direct message on social media, live chat or using the ‘Report’ form feature on our website. If you are unable to contact us online, please call us on 101. Please quote reference number: 144619S/25. ”
It was in stark contrast to the jubilation at Sunderland’s ground as the hosts extended their unbeaten run in league derbies to 10 games against Newcastle. Unsurprisingly, the match was intense, with little goalmouth action but plenty of hard-fought challenges.
“I’m proud and happy,” Sunderland manager Regis Le Bris told Sky Sports. “This is a derby and we were expected (to win) by the fans. We deserved this win. We were mature and the players were great.
“Tactically we were really good in the first half, just the small details in terms of shape. Then it was a matter of being more clinical in the final third. We had good control, but at times we were more patient. It was a good level of maturity. I’m very happy for the players and it’s good for our fans. It’s good for the region, it’s good for the club, it’s good for the fans.”
“We knew beforehand it was a special game, but we have another tough challenge in Brighton in a week’s time so we have to reset quickly, so let’s go again.”
Meanwhile, Newcastle manager Eddie Howe apologized for his team’s performance, adding: “I feel terrible. It’s very painful. It wasn’t our best game.”
“It’s very disappointing. I know our performance wasn’t what it should have been. But no, I don’t think it will define our season. Nothing was lost today.”
“We didn’t create the chances we wanted in a game where we had very few chances to settle with an unusual goal. There was an effort, but we lacked quality.”
“We’re disappointed in our creative output. We’re underachieving. It’s hard to accept.”
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