Chelsea vs Sunderland Preview, prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | Premier League 2025-26

The Blues dominated the proceedings when they last faced the Black Cats.

Chelsea are gearing up to face Sunderland for their matchweek 9 of the English Premier League 2025-26 season. This interesting fixture between these clubs will take place at Stamford Bridge.

The Enzo Maresca-led side secured an easy 3-0 win against Nottingham Forest in their previous league outing. It was a good performance by the Blues. They attacked well and secured a clean sheet.

Chelsea will be at home for their upcoming fixture. They will look to come up with a top performance.

Sunderland have performed decently this season. They are coming in after securing a 2-0 win against Wolverhampton Wanderers.

The Black Cats haven’t been able to perform well in their last two performances against Chelsea. They will be away from home and it might keep them under some pressure.

Let's go to work 👊 pic.twitter.com/9CndYNMHav

— Sunderland AFC (@SunderlandAFC) October 23, 2025

Kick-off:

• Location: London, England
• Stadium: Stamford Bridge
• Date: Saturday, October 25
• Kick-off Time: 07:30 p.m. IST/ 02:00 p.m. GMT/ 10:00 a.m. ET/ 07:00 a.m. PT
• Referee: Andy Madley
• VAR: In use

Form:

Chelsea: L-W-W-W-W

Sunderland: D-D-W-L-W

Players to Watch

Pedro Neto (Chelsea)

The Portuguese winger looks in good touch. He scored a goal and bagged an assist in the previous English Premier League contest for Chelsea.

Pedro Neto is going to lead the attack from the right once again. He is going to be a constant threat to the opponent’s defence.

Wilson Isidor (Sunderland)

Wilson Isidor will be one of the main men in the attacking front. In eight English Premier League matches this season, the 25-year-old has scored three goals and will be looking to add more to his tally. He will be looking to score a goal or two so that he can help his side stand a chance against the Blues.

Match Facts

• Chelsea have won the previous two matches against Sunderland.
• The Blues are on a two-match winning run in the Premier League.
• The Black Cats have secured three clean sheets in their last five games.

Chelsea vs Sunderland: Betting Tips and Odds

• Chelsea to win @4/9 Ak Bets
• Joao Pedro to score @9/2 Skybet
• Goals under 3.5 @1/2 BetMGM

Injury and Team News

Levi Colwill, Cole Palmer, Liam Delap, Dario Essugo, and Benoit Badiashile are injured. They are out of action for Chelsea. Malo Gusto won’t feature as he was suspended.

Sunderland will miss out on the services of Ajibola Alese, Dennis Cirkin, Leo Hjelde, Habib Diarra and Romaine Mundle. They are injured.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 125

Chelsea won: 61

Sunderland won: 42

Draws: 22

Predicted Lineups

Chelsea predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Sanchez (GK); James, Acheampong, Chalobah, Cucurella; Caicedo, Lavia; Neto, Santos, Estevao; Pedro

Sunderland predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Roefs (GK); Mukiele, Ballard, Alderete, Hume; Xhaka, Sadiki; Traore, Rigg, Le Fee; Isidor

Match Prediction

These clubs are going to come up with an intense fixture, but Chelsea are likely to come out on top and secure a win against Sunderland in their upcoming Premier League clash.

Prediction: Chelsea 2-1 Sunderland

Telecast Details

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UK: TNT Sports and Sky Sports

USA: NBC Sports

Nigeria: SuperSport

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