Newcastle denied increase on ticket allocation for clash at Sunderland

Daily Mail | December 31, 2018

Newcastle's request for more tickets for their Under 21s' Checkatrade Trophy trip to arch-rivals Sunderland has been rejected on safety grounds.

The Magpies asked for an increase after the initial allocation of 2,800 for the third round tie at the 48,000-capacity Stadium of Light on January 8 sold out.

However, after considering written submissions from Northumbria Police and other key stakeholders, the English Football League decided to turn down the request.

Newcastle have been turned down for an increase on their 2,800 ticket allocation for their Checkatrade Trophy clash at arch rivals Sunderland

The Stadium of Light will host the game between Sunderland and Newcastle's Under 21s

An EFL statement said: 'It has been determined that Newcastle United supporters will be allocated 2,800 tickets for their upcoming Checkatrade Trophy Round Three tie with Sunderland.