Sunderland are preparing to lock horns with Portsmouth in the Sky Bet League One Play-Offs this weekend.

Ahead of the match, safc.com have cranked open the archive and pulled out a Play-Off classic against rivals Newcastle United.

Despite playing out a goalless first leg, the Black Cats advanced to Wembley as they saw off the challenge of rivals Newcastle United at James’ Park in the reverse tie.

That day, goals from Eric Gates and Marco Gabbiadini sealed a 2-0 win on Tyneside.

Relive that match by clicking play in the panel above.

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