Summary
Sunderland won a Championship semi-final soccer match against Coventry City with a last-minute goal by Dan Ballard, sending them to a final at Wembley. Coventry had more chances during the game, but Sunderland's late success secured their spot in the final against Sheffield United.
Key Facts
- Dan Ballard scored the winning goal for Sunderland in the 122nd minute.
- Sunderland's victory means they will play against Sheffield United in the final at Wembley.
- Sunderland equalized the match 1-1 and advanced 3-2 on aggregate.
- Coventry City led the game with 60% possession and had 20 shots compared to Sunderland's 16.
- Haji Wright from Coventry missed a crucial header at the end of normal time.
- Sunderland's manager, Regis Le Bris, admitted he was preparing for penalties before Ballard's goal.
- Frank Lampard, Coventry's coach, led the team from 17th to 5th in the league during the season.
- The loss was difficult for Coventry despite their strong performance in the match.
