Sunderland vs Chelsea Match Preview & Recent FormsMatch Preview & Recent Forms
The upcoming meeting between Sunderland and Chelsea takes place at Stadium of Light on 24 May 2026. Kickoff is set for as both teams prepare for another important fixture in the England Premier League. Attention will turn to overall performance levels and tactical execution.
Sunderland prefer a system that balances attack and defence.
Chelsea aim for structural stability in their setup.
Recent Form
Sunderland
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Chelsea
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Sunderland show inconsistency in recent results, with no clear trend emerging. They'll be hoping to stabilize their form in the next fixture.
In contrast, Chelsea are currently going through a difficult run of form. It will be important for them to respond quickly in upcoming fixtures.
Recent Form Home/Away
Sunderland (Home)
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Chelsea (Away)
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Sunderland's results have been consistent regardless of playing at home or away.
A surprising trend, with Chelsea far more successful on the road.
Defensive Record (Clean Sheet)
Sunderland
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Chelsea
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Sunderland have struggled to maintain consistent defensive solidity. Concentration at the back will be key.
In contrast, Chelsea are finding it difficult to shut out their opponents. Defensive frailties could be costly.
Defensive Record (Clean Sheet) Home/Away
Sunderland (Home)
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Chelsea (Away)
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Sunderland's defensive record is consistent both home and away.
There is little difference in Chelsea's clean sheet rate regardless of venue.
Goal Trends (Over 2.5)
Sunderland
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Chelsea
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Sunderland show no clear trend in the goal count of their recent fixtures. Much depends on the opponent.
Meanwhile, Chelsea regularly feature in high-scoring games. Chances tend to be created at both ends.
Goal Trends (Over 2.5) Home/Away
Sunderland (Home)
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Chelsea (Away)
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Sunderland's matches show a similar goal pattern both home and away.
Only small differences appear in Chelsea's match tempo home versus away.
Scoring Consistency
Sunderland
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Chelsea
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Sunderland continue to show solid attacking output, with goals coming regularly. Their attacking play remains a key strength.
Meanwhile, Chelsea have shown mixed attacking reliability lately. Improving finishing could make a big difference.
Scoring Consistency Home/Away
Sunderland (Home)
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Chelsea (Away)
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Sunderland attacking output remains fairly steady regardless of location.
Chelsea's scoring form shows only minor variation between home and away.
On average Sunderland scores 1.3 and concedes 1.1 goals in home matches, while Chelsea averagely scores 1.7 and concedes 1.3 goals in away matches.
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Sunderland vs Chelsea Live Match StatsLive Match Stats
On average Sunderland scores after every 9.5 shots, while Chelsea gets averagely 10.5 shots in a game.
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Sunderland vs Chelsea Starting Lineups & FormationsStarting Lineups & Formations
Sunderland fielded the below lineup in the last match against Manchester Utd:
In their last match against Liverpool starting lineup of Chelsea was the following:
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