Manchester United's Amad was described as 'a beacon of light, playing at the Stadium of Light' when he scored at the weekend.
Sunderland manager Tony Mowbray rubbed his eyes in disbelief and their supporters were sent into pandemonium. Sunderland fans have been wary of falling in love with a loan player but Amad has been deemed worth the heartache.
Amad's goal against Luton in the semi-final of the Championship playoffs was outstanding and it came just a week after his stunning, first-time strike against Preston, which ensured Sunderland would have a crack at promotion from the Championship.