Their last-gasp midweek draw with Rotherham United was sealed by an unfortunate own-goal by Michael Ihiekwe in the 88th minute.
This point could prove priceless as the Black Cats go in search of a playoff place on the final weekend of the season when they travel to face relegation-threatened Morecambe.
Supporters will be hoping for a more straightforward game on Saturday, however, Sunderland have shown over the last few weeks that they do have the capability to score late and rescue points.
So what would the table have looked like if only late goals this season counted?
Here, using data provided by Transfermarkt, we take a look at how the League One table would look if only goals scored after the 76th minute in games counted.
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1. 24th: Gillingham
If only goals scored after the 76th minute counted this season, Gillingham would have finished in 24th place with 36 points. Photo: Jacques Feeney
2. 23rd: Doncaster Rovers
If only goals scored after the 76th minute counted this season, Doncaster Rovers would have finished in 23rd place with 44 points. Photo: Nathan Stirk
3. 22nd: Morecambe
If only goals scored after the 76th minute counted this season, Morecambe would have finished in 22nd place with 45 points. Photo: Julian Finney
4. 21st: Accrington Stanley
If only goals scored after the 76th minute counted this season, Accrington Stanley would have finished in 21st place with 46 points. Photo: Charlotte Tattersall