Sunderland vs Chelsea: Premier League Match Update

Match Context

The Premier League clash at Stadium of Light in Sunderland kicks off on 2026-05-24. Sunderland host Chelsea in the final Regular Season - 38 round, with the home side currently 10th on 51 points and a goal difference of -7, while Chelsea sit 8th on 52 points with a goal difference of 7.

Sunderland Availability

Sunderland face multiple absences. 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, with 5 goals and 6 assists, is available, as is G. Xhaka, who has 1 goal and 6 assists.

Chelsea Availability

Chelsea also travel with a lengthy unavailable list. J. Derry (Concussion) is sidelined. Estêvão (Hamstring Injury) is sidelined. J. Gittens (Muscle Injury) is sidelined. R. Lavia (Knock) is sidelined. M. Mudryk (Suspended) is sidelined. Prolific attacker João Pedro (15 goals, 5 assists) and midfielder E. Fernández (10 goals, 4 assists) are both available.

Impact Summary

Sunderland’s absences are concentrated in defense and depth options, preserving their main creators. Chelsea lose some attacking and midfield depth plus M. Mudryk to suspension, but crucially retain a major share of their league-leading attacking output through João Pedro and E. Fernández.