Sunderland council tells us what being in the Premier League would mean for the city

Sunderland play against Sheffield United for a place in the Premier League

Author: Sophie GreenPublished 24th May 2025

Sunderland council tells us what being in the Premier League would mean for the city.

It is the significant play-off final for Sunderland at Wembley later today.

They are playing against Sheffield United in a hope to secure a spot in next seasons Premier League.

Councillor Michael Mordey, leader of Sunderland City Council, said: "I think it'll be absolutely phenomenal for not just the club, but for the city to be back where we belong in the Premier League.

"The match is of upmost importance to everyone in Sunderland, we're absolutely behind the lads 100% of the way to get us back where we belong.

"I think the whole city is going to stop at 3pm to get behind the team.

"You just see the outpouring of emotion when we beat Coventry at the Stadium of Light last week.

"This means a phenomenal amount to everyone across Sunderland.

"I think having a Premier League club attracting that type of fan base back to the city would be absolutely phenomenal for the bars and the restaurants, but just for the general feel-good factor. "

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