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Sunderland is on the cusp of a Wembley berth as they host Coventry at the Stadium of Light. The Black Cats are heavy favorites to make the playoff final after earning a 2-1 win in the away leg.
What's at Stake?
A win or draw for Sunderland would see them advance to the final, giving them a chance to return to the Premier League.
Team News
Regis Le Bris' side will be boosted by the return of Romaine Mundle, who was missed in the away leg. However, Aji Alese is unlikely to feature due to injury.
Match Strategy
Sunderland may adopt a similar counter-attacking approach that earned them a win in the away leg. But with the home advantage, they may also opt for a more attacking strategy.
| Category | Stat |
|---|---|
| League Standing | 7th in Premier League, 54 pts, 14W-12D-12L from 38 games |
| Recent Form | 4W-1D-0L (WWWWD, most recent first) |
| Last Result | Sunderland 2-1 Chelsea (2026-05-24) |
