Sunderland lost 1-0 at Bloomfield Road on Saturday afternoon - blowing their chance of automatic promotion in the process. The pathetic display was capped off with an awful goalie error from Lee Burge - and the news that Hull defeated Fleetwood Town.
Sunderland drew 1-1 at home with relegated Northampton Town at the Stadium of Light - confirming a fourth placed finish in the process. The Lads now know they will face Lincoln City in the semi finals.
Sunderland fell to an unexpected home defeat against Play Off hopefuls Charlton at the Stadium of Light, with the Addicks winning 2-1. The result leaves the Black Cats looking rather perilous in their promotion push, with Hull and Peterborough both winning their matches.
Sunderland rescued a point from a losing position at Peterborough on Easter Monday, keeping them on track for automatic promotion. Aiden McGeady was the hero for the Black Cats.
Sunderland defeated Oxford United at the Stadium of Light and strengthened their promotion bid. The Lads were unlucky that Hull and Peterborough both scored late winners - but they kept the pressure on the sides above them. Attention now turns to Monday's huge game against Peterborough United.
Sunderland defeated Bristol Rovers 1-0 this afternoon, thanks to a Aiden O'Brien goal. The Lads moved closer to the top two, after Hull dropped points against Gillingham.
Sunderland eased past Accrington Stanley at the Wham Stadium thanks to goals from Charlie Wyke and Ross Stewart. The result moves the Lads into third place - just two points from the top two.
Sunderland ended a 48 year Wembley hoodoo by defeating Tranmere Rovers 1-0 at Wembley on Sunday in the Papa John's Trophy final. Watch as I review the game and explain why fans should not be embarrassed about the victory.