12. We've Won More Major Trophies
PA/PA Archive/Press Association ImagesBoth clubs have endured a few barren decades but our major trophy haul, encompassing six FA Cups and a Fairs Cup triumph, categorically wipes the floor with Sunderland's two FA Cup wins.
11. We Have Alan Shearer
John Walton/EMPICS SportHe was just a sheet-metal worker's son from Gosforth who grew up to become the Premier League's deadliest ever striker, England captain and record goalscorer for his beloved Newcastle. We like to think the vehement hatred for Shearer on Wearside is born out of envy.
10. They Envy Our European Pedigree
John Giles/PA Archive/Press Association ImagesWe've racked up 132 games in European competition in contrast to Sunderland who've contested precisely none. We'll not rub salt into that particular Wearside wound by mentioning our Fairs Cup triumph in 1969 and two Champions League adventures. That would be cruel.
9. Okay, We Lied..
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8. We've Also Graced Some Famous Stadia, Like The Nou Camp...
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