Chelsea vs Sunderland: Premier League Preview, Team Updates, Stats & Head-to-Head
Chelsea will face Sunderland in an exciting Premier League matchup. Both teams have shown distinct trends this season, making the game a key point of interest for fans and analysts alike.
Chelsea vs Sunderland: Match Preview
In recent encounters, Chelsea has dominated Sunderland at home. They have secured victories in their last three league games against the Black Cats with an impressive aggregate score of 11-3. The most notable win was a 5-1 triumph on the last day of the 2016-17 season.
Head-to-Head Statistics
- Sunderland won four out of their first six Premier League matches against Chelsea from 1996 to 2001.
- Since then, Sunderland has managed only three victories in 26 meetings, along with two draws and 21 losses.
- No draw has occurred in any of the 16 Premier League matches at Stamford Bridge between these two clubs.
Current Form and Statistics
Chelsea has collected 33 points at home in the Premier League, making them the second-highest earners in the league so far in 2025. Their only home defeat came against Brighton last month. Notably, Chelsea has scored 16 goals in their last seven matches after starting the season with a goalless draw against Crystal Palace.
Sunderland is having a strong season as well, gathering 14 points from their first eight matches. This marks their best run at this stage since the 1999-00 season. Additionally, Sunderland remains unbeaten in their last 13 away league games against London teams, which includes four wins and nine draws.
Player Statistics
| Team | Average Age of Starting XI |
|---|---|
| Chelsea | 24 years, 116 days (Youngest in Premier League) |
| Sunderland | 25 years, 92 days (Third youngest in Premier League) |
Under manager Enzo Maresca, Chelsea has yet to field a player over age 28. Maresca holds the unique record of being the only manager in Premier League history to not use a player aged 30 or older in any match.
Set-Piece Threats
Chelsea has also been effective from set pieces this season, scoring eight goals from such situations, tied with Arsenal for the highest in the league. Six of these goals have come from corners, indicating a marked improvement from the previous season.
Goalkeeper Insights
Sunderland’s goalkeeper, Robin Roefs, has conceded six goals this season, which is notable given it comes from an expected goals against (xGoT) of nine. His ability to prevent three goals ranks him highest among Premier League keepers this term.
The upcoming match promises to be a crucial clash as both teams aim to build momentum in the Premier League. Fans can expect an action-packed game that reflects their respective forms and statistics this season.
