Notts County and Salford City clashed in the League Two play‑off final at Wembley Stadium on Monday. After a goalless 90 minutes the match proceeded to extra time, yet neither side broke the deadlock, leaving the result at 0‑0 when the referee blew the final whistle. The match, broadcast live on Sky Sports, attracted a full house and intense local support.

Both clubs entered the decider after finishing third and fourth in the regular season, narrowly missing automatic promotion. Notts County, last season’s champions of the National League, have now reached the brink of a return to the third tier, while Salford City, backed by the Class of ‘92, aim to cap a rapid ascent since their 2021 league entry in English football. Manager John McGreal praised his squad’s discipline, while Salford’s Steve Bruce emphasized the need for composure under pressure.

The stalemate sends both sides to a penalty shoot‑out, guaranteeing a dramatic climax for the 152,000 fans in attendance and the millions watching on Sky Sports. Victory will secure a place in League One and the associated broadcast revenue boost, while defeat consigns the loser to another season in the fourth tier. The drama underscored the high stakes of promotion.