Sunderland will face Coventry City in the Sky Bet Championship play-off semi-final at the Coventry Building Society Arena on May 9, 2025. The match pits Sunderland, managed by Regis Le Bris, against Coventry in a two-legged tie for a place in the play-off final.
The first leg at Coventry's home ground will test Sunderland's resolve as they seek promotion to the Premier League. Le Bris, who took charge of Sunderland earlier in the season, will be looking to guide his side through the high-pressure encounter.
Coventry, familiar with the play-off stage after recent campaigns, will aim to leverage home advantage in the opening leg. The winner over two legs will advance to the final at Wembley Stadium.
