Sunderland holds a 2-1 advantage over Coventry City from the first leg of their Championship play-off semi-final. The decisive second leg is set for tonight at the Stadium of Light, with kick-off at 8:00 PM UK time. The winner will face Sheffield United in the final at Wembley.
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Sunderland A.F.C. secured a 2-1 victory in the first leg, marking their first win over Coventry in 11 encounters. Wilson Isidor scored the decisive goal, ending Sunderland’s five-match losing streak. Coventry’s Jack Rudoni found the net, keeping their hopes alive.
Despite Sunderland’s lead, Coventry has a strong record at the Stadium of Light, remaining unbeaten in their last five visits. However, Coventry’s recent form is concerning, with three losses in their last four matches and only one point from their last five away games.
The Black Cats aim for their first home win since March, buoyed by a potential crowd of over 45,000 fans. Manager Régis Le Bris emphasizes the importance of maintaining focus and resilience. Under Frank Lampard, Coventry seeks to overturn the deficit and return to the Premier League for the first time since 2001.
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Prediction: The Black Cats to Edge Through
A draw seems plausible, considering Sunderland’s first-leg advantage and Coventry’s away struggles. A 1-1 result would suffice for the black cats to progress to the final.
Prediction: 1-1
