John O’Shea told the Echo: “Whatever happens afterwards – shaking hands – there’ll be none of that beforehand.
“Jack will be doing everything he can for Newcastle.
“He’s been one of their best performers this season and we know what he’s capable of.
“He did it to Newcastle last season.
“I’m sure whoever is playing in midfield, Jack will be looking to get right into them and likewise for us as well.
“When you’ve been successful in these games, that’s an important psychological thing,” said the centre-half.
“But you can talk about these things, you have to go out and do them on Sunday afternoon when there’s going to be lots of people in the stadium willing you to have a bad game.
“I’m sure the Newcastle lads will be reminded of the recent games, so there’s motivation on both sides.
“Ultimately, it’s down to us and how we prepare.
“Whatever team the manager picks, we have to do our stuff on the pitch.
“The players who perform best on the day and are technically sound, will come out on top.
“Newcastle won’t have been too happy with the result in midweek.
“But they’ve been on a fantastic run of form, so we’re under no illusions that it’s going to be tough.
“We’ve been very solid, though, and close to winning lots of matches.
“We just need a bit of a killer instinct all round the pitch to make sure we come away with three points instead of a draw.”