Tickets for Sunderland’s play-off final against Sheffield United are now sold out.
Tickets for Sunderland’s Championship play-off final against Sheffield United are now sold out, the club has confirmed.
The Black Cats secured their spot in the final with a remarkable late victory over Coventry City on Tuesday, and 35,531 tickets have been allocated for their journey to Wembley.
Tickets were made available to 2024/25 season card holders on Wednesday, with fans who had either renewed or purchased a 2025/26 season card, or who had purchased a six-game package during the current season, receiving access on Friday morning. Since then, the Black Cats have issued a statement updating supporters on the present situation.
What have Sunderland said about ticket sales for the Championship play-off final?
In a statement issued on Friday morning, the club stated: “Tickets for the 2025 Sky Bet Championship Play-Off Final have now sold out! Regis Le Bris and his side will be supported by 35,531 fans at Wembley Stadium as the red and white army returns to the city.
“Following their semi-final victory over Coventry City, the Black Cats will meet Sheffield United on Saturday, May 24 (KO 3pm). If more tickets become available, supporters will be notified ahead of time.
Will VAR be in action during Sunderland vs Sheffield United at Wembley?
The Championship play-off final will also feature VAR, semi-automated offside technology, and in-stadium announcements, the EFL has revealed. The implementation of VAR in the play-offs is determined seasonally, but the system was in effect for all three EFL play-off finals—Championship, League One, and League Two—at Wembley Stadium last season. This has been the situation since the 2021/22 campaign.
Is there a kick-off time for Sunderland vs Sheffield United at Wembley yet?
The EFL has announced that Sunderland’s Championship play-off final against Sheffield United at Wembley Stadium will begin at 3 p.m.
The EFL play-off finals are normally scheduled with consultation from broadcasters, clubs, local authorities, and stadium officials in order to balance TV coverage, safety, and logistical planning for travelling supporters. Last season’s Championship final took off at 3pm, while past years have also witnessed earlier start times.
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