Summary
Sunderland defeated Sheffield United in the Championship play-off final, with Tommy Watson scoring the winning goal. Watson, who is set to join Brighton and Hove Albion, secured Sunderland's promotion to the Premier League in his last game with the club.
Key Facts
- Tommy Watson is a Sunderland player who has signed to move to Brighton for £10 million.
- Watson scored the winning goal in the 95th minute against Sheffield United in the play-off final.
- This win secures Sunderland's return to the Premier League after eight years.
- In his 22nd game for Sunderland, this was Watson's third goal for the club.
- Despite being booed by some fans earlier, Watson was supported by his team.
- Sunderland’s Academy of Light has produced several first-team players, including Watson.
- Former players like Jordan Pickford and Jordan Henderson have also come from Sunderland's academy.
- Sunderland's promotion supports the club's focus on developing young players.
