Sunderland Under-23s were held to a 1-1 draw with Newcastle United Under-23s this afternoon.
Josh Hawkes drew first blood early one, but it was quickly cancelled out Adam Wilsonâs effort.
After the break, there was little chances for either side, with the âkeeperâs coming out on top as the Under-23sâ Wear-Tyne derby ended all square at the Academy of Light.
Benji Kimpioka made his first appearance since October due to a hamstring injury, while Remi Matthews also started between the sticks.
Elliott Dickman also included Josh Hawkes in his starting XI after the forward was part of Lee Johnsonâs squad to face Rochdale on Saturday.