It is Rafa Benitez v Steve Bruce, 2nd v 17th, Tyneside v West Midlands.
It sees two of the second tier's biggest clubs coming together at St James' Park, after their relegation from the Premier League last term.
Both have large followings and a great history, but which club is bigger?
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Previously, Newcastle have won four first division titles, six FA Cups, a Charity Shield and an Inter-Cities Fairs Cup, but the last of those came in 1969 and they are due some success.