Joy replaced by agony in the space of 30 seconds

The euphoria lasted just 30 seconds.

Joy replaced by agony in the space of 30 seconds
Mon, 14 May, 2012 - 01:00
Sunderland 0 Manchester United 1 John Wardle

For half a minute, Manchester United believed they had defied the odds and lifted the title for the 20th time.

They celebrated with manager Alex Ferguson and were starting to head towards their 2,600 fans when the news filtered through that Manchester City had scored twice in stoppage time.

You have reached your article limit. Already a subscriber? Sign in

Continue reading for €5

Unlock unlimited access and exclusive benefits

CONNECT WITH US TODAY

Whatsapp logo

WHATSAPP

Newsletter logo

NEWSLETTERS

Notification logo

NOTIFICATIONS

Be the first to know the latest news and updates

More in this section

England v Uruguay - International Friendly - Wembley Stadium Thomas Tuchel names four centre-backs ahead of Harry Maguire in pecking order
Senegal v Peru - International Friendly 'We know we're African champions': Senegal parade Afcon trophy in defiance
Heimir Hallgrímsson ahead of the match 26/3/2026 'It’s like a car crash, best to drive again': Hallgrímsson retains squad for dead rubber
CourtsSoccerEnglandPlace: SingaporePlace: GermanyPlace: ManchesterPlace: Maine RoadPlace: EtihadPlace: Old TraffordPerson: Alex FergusonPerson: FergusonPerson: Wayne RooneyPerson: GlazerPerson: Samir NasriPerson: Shinji KagawaPerson: Yaya TourePerson: David SilvaPerson: Papiss CissePerson: Martin O’NeillPerson: RooneyPerson: Phil JonesPerson: Paul ScholesPerson: Simon MignoletPerson: Ryan GiggsPerson: Ashley YoungEvent: German CupOrganisation: Manchester UnitedOrganisation: Manchester CityOrganisation: CityOrganisation: UnitedOrganisation: QPROrganisation: ManchesterOrganisation: GlazersOrganisation: Eden HazardOrganisation: Borussia DortmundOrganisation: SwanseaOrganisation: NewcastleOrganisation: SunderlandOrganisation: RedsOrganisation: Etihad
<p>Junya Ito scored Japan’s late winner. Pic: Steve Welsh/PA</p>

Japan strike late to beat Scotland at Hampden

READ NOW

Sport

Newsletter

Latest news from the world of sport, along with the best in opinion from our outstanding team of sports writers. and reporters

Latest

Sport

Newsletter

Latest news from the world of sport, along with the best in opinion from our outstanding team of sports writers. and reporters

Most Read

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited