Sunderland boss Alex Neil says he thinks his previous experience in the play-offs will benefit him in their games against Sheffield Wednesday.
The Black Cats host the Owls on Friday before the League One semi-final return leg at Hillsborough on Monday.
Neil has previously won promotion through the play-offs with Hamilton Academical and Norwich.
"I think my emotions will be in check and I'll be able to keep a cool head," he told BBC Radio Newcastle.
"For fans these are games that can live long in the memory, especially if you can attach positive memories to them.