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This came even after they lost their captain, Tom Lockyer, who collapsed in the early stages of the game.
Luton Town have been promoted to the Premier League after beating Coventry 6-5 on penalties following a 1-1 draw in the Championship play-off at Wembley on Saturday.
The achievement means Luton will play in the top flight for the first time in 31 years. They were relegated in 1992, in the final season before the Premier League was formed.
They took the lead in the first half through Jordan Clark before Gustavo Hamer hit back for Coventry in the second.
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FOOTBALL Luton captain Tom Lockyer collapses minutes into Championship Playoff final
He was taken to the hospital after being stretchered off following an incident that occurred in the 11th minute.
The Hatters eventually prevailed in the shootout, with Fankaty Dabo missing in sudden death. The defeat means Coventry will see their wait for a Premier League promotion extend to 23 years.
"The squad, the spirit we’ve got. I’m gutted for Locks (Tom Lockyer); he deserved to be there holding that trophy. Hopefully we’ll be able to see him tonight," Luton defender Dan Potts told Sky Sports after the incredible achievement.
"The gaffer always says health is the most important thing, along with family. The lads have been practicing penalties for a while. Everyone said, 'Just pick your spot and have no regrets'.
"It’s everything. The board has been fantastic through tough times, and this is for everyone."
Luton have been promoted to the Premier League after 32 years outside of the top-flight, becoming the first side to drop from the top tier down to non-league and back again.
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