"Sunderland secured a place in the Championship playoff final against Sheffield United, thanks to Daniel Ballard's last-minute header that clinched a 3-2 aggregate victory over Coventry."
"Despite Coventry dominating much of the match, Sunderlandâs late resurgence in extra time was epitomized by Ballardâs header, bringing renewed hope for a Premier League return."
In a thrilling Championship playoff semi-final, Sunderland triumphed over Coventry City, securing their spot in the final against Sheffield United. After a first-leg win of 2-1, they faced a fierce challenge as Coventry leveled the tie through Ephron Mason-Clark's goal. However, Sunderland's resilience shone in extra time, culminating in Daniel Ballardâs header from a corner deep into stoppage time. This victory marks Sunderland's chance to reclaim their position in the Premier League after an absence since 2017, following a disappointing end to their regular season.
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