Sunderland stun Sheffield United in play-offs to secure Premier League promotion

Eliezer Mayenda scored Sunderland’s first goal as they completed a dramatic comeback (Picture: Getty)

Sunderland came from behind to stun Sheffield United 2-1 in a dramatic Championship play-off final and earn promotion to the Premier League.

The Black Cats were behind until the 76th minute with Eliezer Mayenda hammering a shot into the roof of the net to level things up at Wembley.

Tom Watson then scored a 95th-minute winner as Sunderland secured their return to the top-flight of England football for the first time in eight years, sending their supporters absolutely wild in the English capital.

Sunderland are one of three clubs promoted to Premier League after LeedsUnited won the Championship title and Burnley finished as runners-up.

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