Sunderland beat Luton 2-1 in the first leg of their play-off semi-final at the Stadium of Light.
The Black Cats fell a goal down in the 11th minute when Elijah Adebayo converted from close range after a Hatters corner.
Sunderland drew level before half-time, though, with Amad scoring an excellent equaliser following Alex Pritchard’s short free-kick.
The hosts then took the lead midway through the second half when Trai Hume headed home Jack Clarke’s cross.
It means Sunderland will take a lead into Tuesday’s second leg at Kenilworth Road.
Sunderland drew level before half-time, though, with Amad scoring an excellent equaliser following Alex Pritchard’s short free-kick.
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Our cameras were in attendance as Sunderland defeated Luton Town at the Stadium of Light on Saturday evening. Photo: Frank Reid