The 2025 EFL Championship Playoff Final is set, as Sunderland and Sheffield United prepare to clash at Wembley Stadium on Saturday, May 24. With a spot in the Premier League on the line, fans around the world will be tuning in to see which club earns promotion.
Match Details
• Fixture: Sunderland vs. Sheffield United
• Date: Saturday, May 24, 2025
• Kick-off Time: 10:00 AM ET
• Venue: Wembley Stadium, London
• U.S. Broadcast: Paramount+
This decisive match will be streamed live in the United States via Paramount+, which has exclusive rights to broadcast the EFL Championship playoffs.
How Each Team Reached the Final
Sheffield United cruised through the semifinals with total dominance. Chris Wilder’s side dismantled Bristol City in both legs, winning 3-0 at home and away to secure a commanding 6-0 aggregate victory.
Sunderland, in contrast, faced a grueling battle to reach Wembley. After defeating Coventry City 2-1 in the first leg, Sunderland needed every second of regular and extra time in the second leg to seal qualification. Coventry equalized late in the second leg to force extra time, but it was Dan Ballard who delivered the decisive goal in the 122nd minute, heading in a corner from Enzo Le Fee with the last meaningful touch of the match.
What’s at Stake
The Championship Playoff Final is often referred to as the “richest game in football” due to the financial rewards and prestige that come with promotion to the Premier League. This year’s winner will join Leeds United and Burnley—who secured automatic promotion—as the final entrant in England’s top flight for the 2025–26 season.
Viewing Guide
For viewers in the United States, the only way to watch the match live is through the Paramount+ streaming service. Coverage is expected to begin shortly before the 10:00 AM ET kickoff, providing full access to the action from Wembley Stadium.
As two proud clubs fight for the final Premier League spot, Saturday’s final promises drama, intensity, and the potential for a legacy-defining moment.
