Sunderland vs Chelsea: Premier League Match Update

Match Context

The Premier League fixture at Stadium of Light in Sunderland kicks off on 24 May 2026. Sunderland host Chelsea in the final Regular Season - 38 round, with the home side currently 10th on 51 points and the visitors 8th on 52 points, chasing a Conference League qualification spot.

Sunderland Availability

Sunderland face a lengthy absentee list. D. Ballard (Red Card) is sidelined. S. Moore (Wrist Injury) is sidelined. R. Mundle (Hamstring Injury) is sidelined. C. Talbi (Muscle Injury) is sidelined. O. Alderete (Injury) is doubtful. B. Traoré (Knee Injury) is doubtful. Creative hub E. Le Fée (5 goals, 6 assists) and playmaker G. Xhaka (1 goal, 6 assists) are both available, preserving key supply lines for the hosts.

Chelsea Availability

Chelsea are also without several options. J. Derry (Concussion) is sidelined. The unnamed attacker with Hamstring Injury is sidelined. J. Gittens (Muscle Injury) is sidelined. R. Lavia (Knock) is sidelined. M. Mudryk (Suspended) is sidelined. Top scorer João Pedro (15 goals, 5 assists) and E. Fernández (10 goals, 4 assists) are both available and central to Chelsea’s attacking threat.

Impact Summary

Sunderland lose depth in defense and attack but retain their main creators. Chelsea’s absences mostly hit their supporting cast, with their primary goal scorers still available to drive a high-scoring side that has produced 57 league goals so far.