Transport chaos expected on Wednesday night as SAFC and NUFC play at home simultaneously, with strikes happening..

Both Sunderland and Newcastle supporters have been told to brace for transport chaos on Wednesday night as both teams play at home at the same time, with bus and rail stikes ongoing.

On Wednesday evening Sunderland will host Watford at the Stadium of Light, while Newcastle host Paris Saint Germain at St. James’ Park for a Champions League fixture.

However, Employees of Go North East and Northern Rail will both be on strike on Wednesday, with many services cancelled.

Nexus customer services director Huw Lewis said: “Public transport is going to be really busy tomorrow evening and roads are likely to be congested due to the impact of bus and rail company strikes.

“We are advising people to plan ahead and avoid travelling in and around the two football matches in Newcastle and Sunderland if they can.

“Where possible please avoid travel on bus and Metro services to and from the centres of Newcastle and Sunderland from late afternoon onwards.

“If you do need to travel then please allow plenty of time to get where you are going.”