Sunderland sealed their Premier League return after eight years, defeating Sheffield United 2-1 in the Championship play-off final, capped by a stoppage-time goal from Tommy Watson. The win, marking Sunderland's remarkable turnaround from five consecutive defeats prior to the playoffs, comes with a financial windfall estimated at £200 million. They trailed 1-0 before an equaliser from Eliezer Mayenda set the stage for Watson's dramatic winner, reigniting rivalry with Newcastle. This success marks a significant recovery for Sunderland after struggling in the lower leagues.
Sunderland clinched promotion to the Premier League after eight years away as Tommy Watson's stoppage-time strike sealed a 2-1 win against Sheffield United in the Championship play-off final.
It was an astonishing twist to the single richest match in world football as Sunderland recovered from a sluggish start and hit the jackpot with promotion worth an estimated £200 million.
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