Newcastle United given 6,000 tickets for Sunderland game
There has been plenty of reaction to the news.
Newcastle United have been handed 6,000 away tickets for the FA Cup 3rd Round tie at Sunderland.
The game is being televised.
A club statement from Sunderland said:
"Emirates FA Cup competition rules stipulate that the visiting Club shall have the right to claim up to 15% of all seats for which tickets are issued.
"Following comprehensive dialogue with the Sunderland and Newcastle Safety Advisory Groups, Northumbria Police and Newcastle United, it has been determined that NUFC will receive an allocation of 6,000 tickets."
Newcastle United confirmed:
"To support the safe transit of 6,000 away fans and to alleviate congestion on the region’s public transport network, Northumbria Police has imposed strict conditions that all visiting supporters attending the match must travel on a free return bus service between St. James’ Park and the Stadium of Light. This service will be organised and funded by Newcastle United."