The fixture will be played on Wednesday, May 3 at 7:30pm, with ticket details being confirmed in due course.

The last final played at the Stadium of Light saw our current manager, Daniel Moore, lift the trophy in 2019 as Shildon beat South Shields.

Durham County FA CEO, John Topping commented: “The Durham County FA has a strong partnership with our senior club, Sunderland AFC, with both organisations helping each other provide development and opportunities to many.

“We are excited by the opportunities that lie ahead for football in our county as we work together more and more closely.

“We are absolutely delighted that Sunderland AFC have agreed to host the Final once again. This further endorses the club’s commitment to grassroots football and the wider community.

“To play at such an iconic venue is the dream of all players outside of the professional game and is a massive boost for the County FA and the competition.”