Ghana midfielder Samed Salis earns EPL promotion with Sunderland
Ghana midfielder Salis Abdul Samed has helped Sunderland AFC secure promotion to the English Premier League after defeating Sheffield United in the final of the promotion play-offs.
The Black Cats came from a goal down to beat the Blades 2–1 at Wembley, sealing their return to the top flight after eight years.
Tyrese Campbell gave Sheffield United the lead in the first half, but Sunderland recovered in the second half with Eliezer Mayenda netting the equaliser before second-half substitute Tom Watson snatched a late winner.
Salis, who is on loan from French outfit RC Lens, was an unused substitute in the play-off final.
However, the Ghana international played a role in the Black Cats’ promotion, having made ten appearances during the regular season.
Injuries marred the midfielder’s campaign, but Salis showed quality in the few matches he played for Sunderland.
The club has the option to make his move permanent or extend his stay by offering another loan deal. He is expected to be named in the Black Stars squad for the Unity Cup tournament in London.
