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Sunderland vs Chelsea Match Summary
Competition | Premier League |
|---|---|
Match Date | Sunday 24th May 2026 |
Match Time | 4:00pm |
Venue (City, Stadium) | Sunderland, Stadium of Light |
Sunderland welcome Chelsea to the Stadium of Light on the final day of the Premier League season, with both sides harbouring European ambitions.
The Black Cats have been unbeaten throughout May and need a win here while hoping Brentford slip up at Liverpool to clinch a Conference League spot.
Chelsea got back to winning ways against Tottenham on Tuesday and know three points on Wearside would secure European football next term.
This fixture has delivered goals in recent years, with over 2.5 goals landing in five of the last six Premier League encounters between these two clubs.
Sunderland vs Chelsea Form
Sunderland sit 10th on 51 points, an impressive return in their first season back in the top flight. Their home record at the Stadium of Light has been stubborn, collecting eight wins from 18 outings. Brian Brobbey has been a consistent attacking threat, hitting the target in the majority of his recent Premier League appearances.
Chelsea are 8th with 52 points and have been solid on the road, winning seven of their 18 away fixtures this term. Cole Palmer continues to be their creative engine, attempting three or more shots in four of his last five outings. Enzo Fernández has chipped in with goals in two of his last three appearances.
Sunderland vs Chelsea Lineups & Team News
Injuries & Suspensions
Sunderland: Romaine Mundle (Injured/out), Bertrand Traoré (Injured/out), Nilson Angulo (Injured/doubtful), Omar Alderete (Injured/doubtful), Dan Ballard (Suspended)
Chelsea: Estêvão (Injured/out), Jamie Gittens (Injured/out), Jesse Derry (Injured/out), Levi Colwill (Injured/doubtful), Romeo Lavia (Injured/doubtful), Joao Pedro (Injured/doubtful), Mykhailo Mudryk (Unavailable)
Sunderland
Dan Ballard remains suspended, so Luke O'Nien is in line to start at the back. Omar Alderete is a doubt after being withdrawn early against Everton.
Chelsea
Joao Pedro should return to lead the line after missing the Tottenham victory with a minor injury. Levi Colwill is being monitored following his recent comeback from a long-term knee problem. Romeo Lavia is doubtful with a knock.
Sunderland vs Chelsea Predicted Lineup
Sunderland
Formation: 4-3-3
Predicted Starting Lineup: Robin Roefs; Reinildo Mandava, Luke O'Nien, Nordi Mukiele, Lutsharel Geertruida; Granit Xhaka, Noah Sadiki, Habib Diarra; Enzo Le Fée, Brian Brobbey, Chris Rigg
Chelsea
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Predicted Starting Lineup: Filip Jörgensen; Marc Cucurella, Tosin Adarabioyo, Trevoh Chalobah, Reece James; Moises Caicedo, Andrey Santos; Pedro Neto, Enzo Fernández, Cole Palmer; Joao Pedro
Sunderland vs Chelsea Key Stats & Match Facts
Chelsea are undefeated in 13 of their last 14 away matches against Sunderland in all competitions.
Over 2.5 goals have been scored in five of the last six meetings between these two sides.
Chelsea have had six or more shots on target in all eight of their recent Premier League clashes with Sunderland.
João Pedro has attempted two or more shots in each of his last ten Premier League appearances.
Jorrel Hato has been carded in three of his last four Premier League outings.
Sunderland vs Chelsea Prediction & Best Bets
Our prediction: Sunderland 1-2 Chelsea. The Blues have dominated this fixture historically and carry the greater attacking threat through Palmer and Fernández. Sunderland will make it messy at the Stadium of Light and find the net, but Chelsea's quality should tell in the end.
Best Bets
Both Teams To Score: Yes at 4/6 with Paddy Power is backed by both attacks carrying genuine goal threat on the day. Sunderland have scored in each of their last five home outings, and Chelsea's forward options, led by Palmer and Fernández, give them every reason to find the net too.
Brian Brobbey to score anytime at 9/4 with Paddy Power is worth considering. Sunderland's frontman has been menacing in front of goal across his recent Premier League outings and will fancy his chances leading the line against Chelsea's makeshift defence.
Sunderland vs Chelsea Bet Builder
Our four-leg bet builder combines Both Teams To Score with shot-on-target picks for Cole Palmer, Joao Pedro and Brian Brobbey at a best price of 15/4.
Sunderland have scored in each of their last five home fixtures, suggesting their attack carries enough threat to contribute to a Both Teams To Score outcome here.
Cole Palmer has fired three or more shots in four of his last five Premier League outings, making one or more on target a comfortable ask.
Joao Pedro has attempted two or more shots in each of his last ten league appearances, so a single effort on target looks a reasonable shout on his return.
Brian Brobbey has been a consistent threat in front of goal across his recent Premier League outings, and this leg rests on him registering at least one effort on target.
At the time of writing, this bet builder pays a best price of 15/4 and is as short as 27/10 elsewhere. That's a difference in potential winnings of £11 from best to worst price.
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Sunderland vs Chelsea Talking Points
Sunderland's first season back in the Premier League has defied expectations, and a win here could cap it off with European qualification. The tactical battle between Sunderland's stubborn low-block defensive structure and Chelsea's possession-heavy approach promises a fascinating final-day encounter. Chelsea reached the FA Cup Final this season but fell short against Manchester City, adding extra edge to their pursuit of a European place via the league. With both teams needing a result, expect a direct, committed contest at the Stadium of Light.
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