Archived Match
This match took place on May 24, 2025. Click here for commentator listings for todays matches.

The eagerly anticipated English Championship Playoff Final between Sheffield United and Sunderland kicks off at 3:01 PM UK time on Saturday, 24 May 2025. This pivotal match, often dubbed the "richest game in football" due to the lucrative rewards of Premier League promotion, will be broadcast live to UK audiences on BBC Look North and Sky Sports Football, among other channels. In the UK, BBC Look North offers extensive regional coverage featuring pundits Chris Basham and Nick Barnes, supported by reporters Adam Samuel, Paul Ogden, Jim Scott, and Andy Watson. Their expert insights will enhance live coverage for those tuning in locally. Meanwhile, Sky Sports Football (available in HD and UHD) provides comprehensive national coverage with presenter David Prutton leading the broadcast. Commentary duties are handled by Daniel Mann, accompanied by co-commentators Don Goodman and Andy Hinchcliffe, all seasoned voices in football broadcasting. Former official Mike Dean will also feature, adding authoritative analysis on refereeing decisions. Pundits Curtis Davies and Jobi McAnuff, both former professional players with vast Championship and Premier League experience, round out the expert panel. For those who prefer highlights, ITV’s English Football League Highlights channel will showcase key moments from the match, with commentary by Daniel Mann and expert analysis from Don Goodman, Andy Hinchcliffe, and Mike Dean. Outside the UK, the match uses a world feed commentary team to serve various international markets. beIN Connect New Zealand, beIN Sports Australia 3 HD, beIN Sports MENA English 1 HD, DAZN Canada, Disney+ Caribbean, ESPN Africa, ESPN App (Africa), ESPN Caribbean, and mio Sports 1 will all carry the world feed coverage led by main commentator Paul Walker. This ensures global fans receive consistent, high-quality commentary. Additionally, Focus On Football and Storm FM will feature presenter John Stuttard with commentator Paul James, providing further options for fans craving expert analysis. In the US, Paramount+ streams the match with a premier team including presenter Anita Jones, the famed commentator Clive Tyldesley, former goalkeeper co-commentator Robert Green, and ex-professional pundits Nigel Reo-Coker, Troy Deeney, and Geoff Shreeves. Their combined experience in English football provides viewers with insightful match commentary and tactical breakdowns. Former official Christina Unkel also contributes, rounding out a well-rounded broadcast team. For radio listeners, talkRadio and talkSPORT bring the game live with presenter Adrian Durham, main commentator Sam Matterface, and co-commentators Ian Holloway and Darren Bent, both former professional players with rich insight into the game’s nuances. The Championship Playoff Final is renowned for its intensity and significance, with the winner earning promotion to the Premier League and the rewards that come with it. Sheffield United and Sunderland have had competitive encounters this season, with both teams winning their regular-season fixtures by narrow margins, setting the stage for a thrilling Wembley showdown[1][2][4]. The kickoff time at 3:01 PM is deliberately scheduled to maximise TV audiences and accommodate broadcast rights agreements, making it accessible to fans nationwide and internationally[1]. For more about the Championship Playoff Final and the teams, visit official sites like the English Football League official page, Sky Sports Football, and Paramount+ for exclusive content and streaming options. p

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