Jonathan Hogg was instrumental in one of the most famous goals in Watford history before suffering Wembley Stadium disappointment four years ago, but the midfielder is now celebrating after Huddersfield Town secured promotion to the Premier League.

Following a disappointing goalless draw against Reading in the Play-Off Final, the Terriers are back in the top flight after a 45-year absence after winning 4-3 on penalties.

The 28-year-old combative midfielder was part of the Hornets side beaten by Crystal Palace in the final in 2013 after his lung-busting run to the back post and header that set up Troy Deeney’s famous semi-final winner against Leicester City.

Hogg’s appearance in the final came just two months after fearing he had broken his neck against Bristol City and he admitted he felt “lucky” to get the opportunity to play in today’s final after thinking his season was over.

Few backed the Terriers and their opponents to be challenging for promotion at the start of the campaign, with David Wagner's men considered to be in for a relegation fight as the Royals started anew under Jaap Stam.

Both teams have had memorable campaigns but Reading's has ended in heartache, whereas Huddersfield can look forward to life in the Premier League after securing victory on spot-kicks.

The Terriers faced an uphill battle after fans' favourite Michael Hefele missed his spot-kick, only for Liam Moore to blaze over and Danny Ward - the shoot-out hero in the semi-final at Sheffield Wednesday - to save Jordan Obita's penalty.

Christopher Schindler stepped up to send Huddersfield into the top flight for the first time since 1972, leading to wild celebrations on the field and in the stands.

It could have been so much easier had Hefele and Izzy Brown not wasted early opportunities as a breathless start made way for a forgettable final.