Sunderland's Premier League Return: Watson's Winning Goal and Emotional Reaction

Sunderland's Triumphant Return to the Premier League: Tom Watson's Winning Goal and Post-Match Reaction Sunderland secured a return to the Premier League on May 24th, 2025, after a dramatic Championship play-off final victory. The match, held at Wembley Stadium in London, saw Sunderland defeat their opponents with a last-minute goal scored by Tom Watson. This victory marked the club's return to the top flight of English football for the first time since 2017. Immediately following the match, Sky Sports Football conducted a brief interview with the match-winning scorer, Tom Watson. When asked about his feelings as he approached the ball, Watson stated, "Yeah, 100%. I've been thinking about it for weeks." He described his winning strike as 'inch perfect' and highlighted his awareness of the opportunity presented to him. "I got closed down and I saw a little gap, and I just used the defender and it went straight into the bottom corner." His words perfectly capture the tension and precision of the moment. The victory is a significant moment not just for the players and club officials but also for the passionate Sunderland fans who have waited eight years for their team's return to the Premier League. Watson's goal will undoubtedly go down in Sunderland's history as a pivotal moment in their resurgence.