Sunderland beat Sheffield United to secure promotion to Premier League
An injury time winner from Tom Watson means the Black Cats will be playing in the top flight next season
Last updated 24th May 2025
Sunderland have secured promotion to the Premier League after two second half goals secured a 2-1 win against Sheffield United in the Championship play-off final.
Tom Watson's injury time winner sent a packed crowd wild, shocking the South Yorkshire side - who led for much of the game.
Watson had only been on the pitch since the 73rd minute when he was given room just outside the box to advance on goal and send a beautifully-placed finish into the bottom corner to secure the Black Cats a return to the top flight for the first time since 2017.
The Blades had looked set to seal themselves an immediate promotion following their relegation last season, Tyreece Campbell's goal midway through the first half handing Chris Wilder's side a lead they held until the final 15 minutes.
Eliezer Mayenda then scored with a stunning drive to level for Regis Le Bris' side before Watson produced a moment that will live long in Wearside folklore.
Sunderland are returning to the top flight for the first time since 2017.
They will join Burnley and Leeds, who were automatically promoted from the Championship.