Sunderland triumphed over Coventry City in a thrilling semi-final, winning 2-1 on aggregate and advancing to the Championship play-off final. A tense first leg victory was almost undone in the second leg, where Coventry equalized late to force extra time. As penalties loomed, Dan Ballard's stunning header in the dying moments of the match sent Sunderland to Wembley, where they will compete against Sheffield United for promotion back to the Premier League for the first time since their 2017 relegation. Despite recent struggles, this dramatic win highlighted Sunderland's fighting spirit.
Sunderland's dramatic victory was sealed by Dan Ballard's header in the 123rd minute, ensuring their place in the Championship play-off final against Sheffield United.
Sunderland's resilience shone through as they faced adversity against Coventry, overcoming a 1-1 tie to reach Wembley for a chance to return to the Premier League.
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