57 m. ago Tommy Watson: I dreamt of coming on to fire Sunderland back into Premier League

Eliezer Mayenda had earlier dragged the Black Cats back into the game.

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65 m. ago Sunderland prove comeback kings in every sense to seal dramatic Premier League return

Sheffield United 1-2 Sunderland: Tommy Watson’s 95th-minute winner sent half of Wembley wild in the Championship play-off final as the Black Cats ended their eight-year exile from the top flight

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68 m. ago Tommy Watson: Sunderland hero makes £220m mark and causes Sky Sports apology before final exit

Outgoing Sunderland winger Tommy Watson's stunning final contribution in a Black Cats shirt means Regis Le Bris' side will join him in the Premier League next season

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98 m. ago Sir Jim Ratcliffe makes decision on attending final Man Utd match ahead of fan protests

Manchester United will host Aston Villa on Sunday and bring to an end what's been their worst season in Premier League history, with the Red Devils potentially dropping down to 17th place

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1 hour ago Super sub Tommy Watson fires Sunderland into Premier League after comeback win

Watson was given room just outside the box to advance on goal and send a beautifully-placed finish into the bottom corner.

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1 hour ago Sunderland snatch promotion to Premier League by beating Sheffield United in playoff final

Was there a better sight than Luke O’Nien, his right arm cradled in a sling, racing down the touchline, punching the air with his left to celebrate Tommy Watson’s stoppage-time winner? Sunderland stormed back from a goal down after Tyrese Campbell’s first-half opener to return to the Premier League after eight years away.Sunderland’s performance was something of a slow-burner but ultimately found two big moments. The first was courtesy of Eliezer Mayenda, who scored with their second shot on goal, and the second will live long in the memory for both the goalscorer and those here to witness it. Watson, the 19-year-old forward who joined his boyhood club as an under-nine, stroked a wonderful shot into the bottom corner in stoppage time, extra time looming. Eventually, with 102 minutes showing on the big screens, confirmation: Sunderland are back in the big time. Continue reading...

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2 h. ago Sunderland clinch £220m Premier League return with stunning play

SHEFFIELD UNITED 1-2 SUNDERLAND: A last gasp strike from Sunderland winger Tom Watson sealed a remarkable comeback to send the Black Cats back to the Premier League

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2 h. ago Jamie Carragher clashes with angry Nottingham Forest owner after Gary Neville ban

Nottingham Forest have banned Gary Neville from entering the City Ground for their Premier League clash with Chelsea on Sunday after he criticised the behaviour of owner Evangelos Marinakis

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3 h. ago Tonight's Cardiff City news as Premier League coach name thrown into manager job mix

These are the Cardiff City stories making headlines on Saturday, May 24

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3 h. ago Gary Neville shown support from Jamie Carragher after Nottingham Forest ban

The ex-Manchester United captain has been banned from covering a Premier League match at the City Ground.

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4 h. ago Bayern Munich target £60m Premier League star after Florian Wirtz transfer defeat

Liverpool are set to sign Germany international Florian Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen after beating Bayern Munich to the 22-year-old, leaving Bayern Munich to turn their attention to other targets

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4 h. ago Bayern Munich target £68m Premier League star after Florian Wirtz transfer defeat

Liverpool are set to sign Germany international Florian Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen after beating Bayern Munich to the 22-year-old, leaving Bayern Munich to turn their attention to other targets

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4 h. ago Ange Postecoglou yet to have ‘any discussions’ with Tottenham on his future

The Spurs boss was serenaded by thousands of fans at Friday’s open-top bus parade but his future remains unresolved.

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4 h. ago Man City and Premier League may clash over Championship play

Manchester City and the Premier League may well find themselves at odds over whether they want Sheffield United or Sunderland to win the Championship play-off final

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4 h. ago Ange Postecoglou still has not held talks over future with Tottenham hierarchy

Manager was serenaded by supporters at parade‘I haven’t had any discussions – I won’t be distracted’Ange Postecoglou has yet to discuss his Tottenham future with key figures at the club after guiding Spurs to a first trophy in 17 years, but joked he will turn up next season anyway.Speculation over the Australian’s tenure has been rife due to poor Premier League form, but Europa League glory may have earned the Australian a reprieve. Continue reading...

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4 h. ago Sheffield United vs Sunderland LIVE: Premier League promotion on the line at Wembley

Who will join Leeds and Burnley in earning promotion to the top flight?

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5 h. ago Tottenham: Ange Postecoglou reveals potential triple Spurs injury blow for Brighton finale

Europa League winners look short-handed for last game of a tough Premier League season

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5 h. ago WCL and Championship playoff finals, Liverpool favourites to sign Wirtz – matchday live

Buildup to today’s major finalsLive scores | Fixtures | Get in touchManchester City wrap up their Premier League campaign on Sunday with a game Pep Guardiola believes is “by far” their most important of the season. City head to Fulham knowing a draw will almost certainly secure a top-five spot and a place in the Champions League for next season.After winning the title in the past four seasons, it is a relatively modest target but Guardiola recognises it is the least of the club’s expectations. The City manager said: “If we want to play in the Champions League, we have to take a result there. This is what we are going to do. Of course, it’s really important.” Asked if it was the most important game of the season, Guardiola said at a press conference: “By far.” Continue reading...

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5 h. ago Jeff Stelling's sad reason for quitting Soccer Saturday and angry call over sackings

Jeff Stelling explained his reason for leaving Sky Sports' Soccer Saturday at the end of the 2022/23 Premier League season, as well as the anger he felt after hearing his pals were being sacked

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6 h. ago WCL and Championship playoff finals, Salah named Premier League player of the year– matchday live

Buildup to today’s major finalsLive scores | Fixtures | Get in touchManchester City wrap up their Premier League campaign on Sunday with a game Pep Guardiola believes is “by far” their most important of the season. City head to Fulham knowing a draw will almost certainly secure a top-five spot and a place in the Champions League for next season.After winning the title in the past four seasons, it is a relatively modest target but Guardiola recognises it is the least of the club’s expectations. The City manager said: “If we want to play in the Champions League, we have to take a result there. This is what we are going to do. Of course, it’s really important.” Asked if it was the most important game of the season, Guardiola said at a press conference: “By far.” Continue reading...

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