Round 38 ·
Updated:
Half Time
1–0
90 Min
2–1
Goal Scorers
Assists
Ball Possession
Corners
Counter Attacks
Fouls
Free Kicks
Goal Attempts
Goal Kicks
Goals
Offsides
Red Cards
Saves
Shots Off Target
Shots On Target
Substitutions
Throws In
Treatments
Yellow Cards
Attacks
Dangerous Attacks
Total Passes
Sunderland
4-2-3-1 · Regis Le Bris
Goalkeeper
Defenders
Midfielders
Forwards
Chelsea
3-4-2-1 · Calum McFarlane
Goalkeeper
Defenders
Midfielders
Forwards
Post-Match Analysis · Full Time
Sunderland finished their Premier League campaign with a result that mattered at Stadium of Light, edging Chelsea 2-1 in Round 38 and doing it in front of a crowd that could be followed in Finland on Sunday 24 May, 18:00 EEST. The scoreline left Sunderland on 51 points from 37 matches, one behind Chelsea on 52, and it gave Regis Le Bris' side a strong final note after a season that had already produced 13 wins, 12 draws and 12 losses. Chelsea, coached by Calum McFarlane, arrived with slightly better numbers on paper, but the 2-1 outcome showed how narrow the margins were between 10th and 8th on the final day.
The match opened with Sunderland controlling the first decisive moment through a 25th-minute goal that put the home side in charge at 1-0 before half-time. That lead mattered because Sunderland had already built a season profile around tight margins, with 40 goals scored and 47 conceded, a goal difference of -7 that underlined how hard every home advantage had to be earned. Chelsea came in with 57 goals scored and 50 conceded, plus a +7 goal difference, so the numbers suggested more attacking output from the visitors, but the night at Stadium of Light was decided by how Sunderland handled the big phases. For readers in Finland, the 18:00 EEST kick-off made the finish easy to track in real time, and the final spell became the defining stretch of the result.
The final quarter of the match underlined the competitive edge of the contest. Chelsea's response goal in the 56th minute brought the score back to 2-1, and from that point the match became about discipline, organisation and game management rather than free-flowing attack. Sunderland had already been booked at 42, 52, 73, 81 and 89 minutes, while Chelsea collected cautions at 54, 69 and 90 minutes, plus the second yellow at 62 minutes that changed the rhythm of the closing stages. Those details fit the wider season picture too: Sunderland's 37 matches ended with 51 points, while Chelsea's 37 matches finished with 52. In a table where one point separated 10th and 8th, this fixture carried real weight for both teams, and Finland-based fans watching through the available broadcast options would have seen a result shaped by concentration as much as quality.
Statistically, the match reflected the balance suggested by the league standings. Sunderland's 40 goals for and 47 against produced a -7 goal difference, while Chelsea's 57 scored and 50 conceded gave them a +7 margin, yet the hosts found the sharper edge when it counted. The venue also mattered: Stadium of Light in Sunderland gave the home side the platform for the 2-1 win, and the outcome matched the final-day pressure of Round 38. Calum McFarlane's Chelsea ended with 14 wins, 10 draws and 13 losses, while Sunderland's 13 wins, 12 draws and 12 losses were enough to keep them close behind on points. That one-point gap is the main league takeaway from the night, because it captures how much was at stake in the season's closing match for both clubs.
For Finland readers, this was the sort of Premier League finish that rewards watching the table as closely as the scoreline. At 18:00 EEST, the match offered a clear final-day reference point: Sunderland claimed the win, Chelsea finished just above them on points, and both clubs closed with enough evidence to read the season in full. Arsenal and Manchester City were still separated by 4 points at the top of the race in the league picture provided here, but this game sat in the next tier of consequences, where a single result could move perception without changing the entire shape of the table. Sunderland's 2-1 victory therefore landed as a practical statement rather than a dramatic upset, and it gave the home support a result to carry out of Round 38.
Implications: Sunderland ended on 51 points, Chelsea on 52, and that one-point finish made Round 38 the sort of final-day fixture that can define how both teams read their season. Finland fans following the Premier League had a clean snapshot of the gap between 10th and 8th, decided by one goal and a late spell of control.
Pre-Match Analysis · Full Time
This will be a pressure test with momentum at stake, and both sides will enter the Stadium of Light knowing that character and tactical discipline could shape the final outcome. Sunderland and Chelsea will be asked to handle stress in different ways, but the consequence will be the same: every loose phase, every missed transition, and every set-piece detail could tilt the match.
For Sunderland, Regis Le Bris will be judged first on balance. In a 4-2-3-1, the pressing will need to be sharp without becoming reckless, because the space left behind the first wave could invite Chelsea into dangerous attacking lanes. The rest-defense structure will matter just as much as the press itself, especially if Sunderland spend long spells trying to force the game high up the pitch.
Chelsea, set up in a 3-4-3, will likely look to control the middle and then accelerate through transitions once Sunderland commit bodies forward. Calum McFarlane’s side will not need to dominate every phase to create openings; they will only need enough composure to move the ball through pressure and enough speed to exploit the spaces that appear between Sunderland’s lines. That could make the first 20 minutes important, but so could the final half-hour if the match stays level.
The broader storyline will be about momentum rather than raw numbers. Without leaning on advanced metrics, this fixture will be read through chance quality, territorial control, and which side can better manage the emotional swings of the contest. If Sunderland can keep their defensive distances compact, they may reduce Chelsea’s chances created from central zones. If Chelsea can pin back the full-backs and turn possession into cleaner entries, they may force Sunderland into a long defensive stretch.
If there is one clear separator, it will likely be which team handles pressure best when the match enters its most difficult phase.
That's it! The referee blows the final whistle
Ball possession: Sunderland: 45%, Chelsea: 55%.
Granit Xhaka from Sunderland takes a short corner kick from the right.
Trevoh Chalobah relieves the pressure with a clearance
Chelsea are in control of the ball.
Safe hands from Robert Sanchez as he comes out and claims the ball
The referee shows Cole Palmer the yellow card for unsportsmanlike conduct.
The referee signals a free kick as Joao Pedro from Chelsea trips Noah Sadiki
Ball possession: Sunderland: 45%, Chelsea: 55%.
Sunderland take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Chelsea take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Sunderland take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Enzo Le Fee is leaving the field to be replaced by Chris Rigg in a tactical substitution.
Yellow card for Joao Pedro
Joao Pedro is shown a yellow card by the referee
The referee signals a free kick as Joao Pedro from Chelsea trips Robin Roefs
The match resumes with a drop ball
Nordi Mukiele is down injured and receives medical treatment on the field.
Levi Colwill is down injured and receives medical treatment on the field.
Ball possession: Sunderland: 45%, Chelsea: 55%.
Play has been stopped because there is a player lying on the pitch.
Reinildo from Sunderland intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Enzo Fernandez swings in the ball from a corner on the right, but it is nowhere near a teammate.
Enzo Le Fee successfully blocks the shot
A shot by Josh Acheampong is blocked
Habib Diarra from Sunderland is ruled offside
Sunderland take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Chelsea take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
The fourth official shows there are 10 minute(s) of time to be added
Chelsea take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Ball possession: Sunderland: 45%, Chelsea: 55%.
Liam Delap from Chelsea is ruled offside
Luke O'Nien from Sunderland intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
The referee shows Noah Sadiki the yellow card for unsportsmanlike conduct.
The referee signals a free kick as Enzo Le Fee from Sunderland trips Cole Palmer
Noah Sadiki makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Chelsea take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Trevoh Chalobah successfully blocks the shot
A shot by Wilson Isidor is blocked
Nordi Mukiele relieves the pressure with a clearance
Luke O'Nien relieves the pressure with a clearance
Chelsea take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Levi Colwill from Chelsea intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Reece James shoots from outside the box, but Robin Roefs has it under control
Reece James tries his luck from distance but his effort ends up safely in the hands of Robin Roefs
Chelsea take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Luke O'Nien from Sunderland intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Reece James swings in the ball from a corner on the left, but it is nowhere near a teammate.
Ball possession: Sunderland: 46%, Chelsea: 54%.
Malo Gusto is coming out with a knock and is replaced by Josh Acheampong.
Moises Caicedo is leaving the field to be replaced by Liam Delap in a tactical substitution.
Levi Colwill is down injured and receives medical treatment on the field.
Yellow card for Habib Diarra
Habib Diarra is shown a yellow card by the referee
The referee signals a free kick as Habib Diarra from Sunderland trips Levi Colwill
Sunderland take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Ball possession: Sunderland: 46%, Chelsea: 54%.
Goal kick for Chelsea
Wilson Isidor from Sunderland sends an effort wide of target
Wilson Isidor goes for goal, but the shot lacks precision and sails wide
Space opens up for Wilson Isidor but his finish goes wide of the target. Could have done better there.
Chance! Wilson Isidor finds some room for a shot but fails to work the keeper. It's a goal kick
Goal kick for Sunderland
Cole Palmer goes for goal, but his effort was never close to hitting the target.
Chelsea are trying to create something here.
Goal kick for Chelsea
The referee signals a free kick as Moises Caicedo from Chelsea trips Noah Sadiki
Ball possession: Sunderland: 47%, Chelsea: 53%.
Yellow card for Granit Xhaka
Granit Xhaka is shown a yellow card by the referee
The referee signals a free kick as Granit Xhaka from Sunderland trips Reece James
Good effort by Enzo Le Fee as he directs a shot on target, but Robert Sanchez saves it
Marc Cucurella from Chelsea goes a bit too far there as the pulls down Lutsharel Geertruida
The referee signals a free kick as Moises Caicedo from Chelsea trips Noah Sadiki
Trevoh Chalobah relieves the pressure with a clearance
Trevoh Chalobah successfully blocks the shot
A shot by Nordi Mukiele is blocked
Levi Colwill successfully blocks the shot
A shot by Habib Diarra is blocked
Reinildo creates a scoring opportunity for his teammate
Moises Caicedo is penalised for pushing Noah Sadiki
Yellow card for Enzo Fernandez
Enzo Fernandez is shown a yellow card by the referee
Enzo Fernandez from Chelsea goes a bit too far there as the pulls down Habib Diarra
The referee signals a free kick as Reinildo from Sunderland trips Cole Palmer
Chelsea are in control of the ball.
Habib Diarra fails to find the target with a shot from outside the box
Sunderland are in control of the ball.
Noah Sadiki from Sunderland is ruled offside
Granit Xhaka from Sunderland takes a short corner kick from the right.
Granit Xhaka from Sunderland takes a short corner kick from the right.
Ball possession: Sunderland: 47%, Chelsea: 53%.
Pedro Neto is leaving the field to be replaced by Trevoh Chalobah in a tactical substitution.
Joao Pedro relieves the pressure with a clearance
Habib Diarra creates a scoring opportunity for his teammate
The cross by Granit Xhaka from Sunderland successfully finds a teammate in the box.
RED CARD! - Wesley Fofana receives his second yellow card and is sent off!
SECOND YELLOW! - Wesley Fofana makes his second bookable offence and is sent off!
Wesley Fofana gets his 2nd yellow card and is sent off
Wesley Fofana from Chelsea goes a bit too far there as the pulls down Wilson Isidor
Nilson Angulo is leaving the field to be replaced by Habib Diarra in a tactical substitution.
Brian Brobbey is leaving the field to be replaced by Wilson Isidor in a tactical substitution.
Enzo Fernandez is penalised for pushing Enzo Le Fee
Ball possession: Sunderland: 47%, Chelsea: 53%.
Safe hands from Robin Roefs as he comes out and claims the ball
Nilson Angulo from Sunderland sends an effort wide of target
Nilson Angulo goes for goal, but the shot lacks precision and sails wide
Space opens up for Nilson Angulo but his finish goes wide of the target. Could have done better there.
Chance! Nilson Angulo finds some room for a shot but fails to work the keeper. It's a goal kick
Reinildo creates a scoring opportunity for his teammate
Sunderland take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Chelsea take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Pedro Neto provided the assist for the goal.
G O O O A A A L - Cole Palmer from Chelsea beats the keeper from outside the box with the left foot!
Good effort by Luke O'Nien as he directs a shot on target, but Robert Sanchez saves it
Levi Colwill from Chelsea intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Ball possession: Sunderland: 48%, Chelsea: 52%.
Yellow card for Wesley Fofana
Wesley Fofana is shown a yellow card by the referee
The referee signals a free kick as Wesley Fofana from Chelsea trips Brian Brobbey
Goal kick for Chelsea
Jorrel Hato is leaving the field to be replaced by Reece James in a tactical substitution.
The referee shows Lutsharel Geertruida the yellow card for unsportsmanlike conduct.
Nilson Angulo from Sunderland sends an effort wide of target
Nilson Angulo goes for goal, but the shot lacks precision and sails wide
Space opens up for Nilson Angulo but his finish goes wide of the target. Could have done better there.
Chance! Nilson Angulo finds some room for a shot but fails to work the keeper. It's a goal kick
Ball possession: Sunderland: 48%, Chelsea: 52%.
OWN GOAL - Malo Gusto sends the ball into his own net!
G O O O A A A L - Malo Gusto holds his head in his hands as he puts the ball past his own goalkeeper!
Brian Brobbey from Sunderland sends an effort wide of target
Brian Brobbey goes for goal, but the shot lacks precision and sails wide
Space opens up for Brian Brobbey but his finish goes wide of the target. Could have done better there.
Chance! Brian Brobbey finds some room for a shot but fails to work the keeper. It's a goal kick
Enzo Le Fee creates a scoring opportunity for his teammate
Sunderland take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Jorrel Hato relieves the pressure with a clearance
Nilson Angulo is penalised for pushing Wesley Fofana
Oooh... that was a sitter! Brian Brobbey should have scored from that position
Good effort by Brian Brobbey as he directs a shot on target, but Robert Sanchez saves it
Trai Hume creates a scoring opportunity for his teammate
Goal kick for Chelsea
The second half is underway
It's over! The referee blows for half time
Ball possession: Sunderland: 48%, Chelsea: 52%.
Noah Sadiki from Sunderland intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
The referee signals a free kick as Nordi Mukiele from Sunderland trips Pedro Neto
Enzo Fernandez makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Sunderland take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
The fourth official shows there are 2 minute(s) of time to be added
Goal kick for Chelsea
Trai Hume fails to find the target with a shot from outside the box
Luke O'Nien from Sunderland intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Noah Sadiki from Sunderland intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Yellow card for Nilson Angulo
Nilson Angulo is shown a yellow card by the referee
Nilson Angulo from Sunderland goes a bit too far there as the pulls down Malo Gusto
Brian Brobbey wins an air challenge against Levi Colwill
Goal kick for Sunderland
Ball possession: Sunderland: 53%, Chelsea: 47%.
The referee signals a free kick as Noah Sadiki from Sunderland trips Moises Caicedo
Goal kick for Sunderland
Oooh... that was a sitter! Joao Pedro should have scored from that position
A chance presents itself to Joao Pedro from Chelsea but his header goes wide
The cross by Malo Gusto from Chelsea successfully finds a teammate in the box.
Enzo Le Fee is penalised for pushing Pedro Neto
Wesley Fofana from Chelsea goes a bit too far there as the pulls down Brian Brobbey
Chelsea take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Ball possession: Sunderland: 55%, Chelsea: 45%.
Malo Gusto successfully blocks the shot
A shot by Nilson Angulo is blocked
Chelsea take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Chelsea take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Enzo Fernandez relieves the pressure with a clearance
Enzo Le Fee from Sunderland swings in the corner from the left.
Wesley Fofana from Chelsea intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
The referee signals a free kick as Wesley Fofana from Chelsea trips Brian Brobbey
Goal kick for Chelsea
Brian Brobbey from Sunderland sends an effort wide of target
Brian Brobbey goes for goal, but the shot lacks precision and sails wide
Space opens up for Brian Brobbey but his finish goes wide of the target. Could have done better there.
Chance! Brian Brobbey finds some room for a shot but fails to work the keeper. It's a goal kick
Chelsea are in control of the ball.
Chelsea take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Ball possession: Sunderland: 56%, Chelsea: 44%.
The referee signals a free kick as Nordi Mukiele from Sunderland trips Joao Pedro
Chelsea take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Goal kick for Chelsea
Nilson Angulo wins an air challenge against Malo Gusto
Robin Roefs made the key pass for the goal!
Luke O'Nien provided the assist for the goal.
G O O O A A A L - Trai Hume volleys the ball into the back of the net with the right. A great finish!
Luke O'Nien wins an air challenge against Levi Colwill
Luke O'Nien creates a scoring opportunity for his teammate
Ball possession: Sunderland: 59%, Chelsea: 41%.
Levi Colwill from Chelsea intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
A player from Sunderland takes a long throw into the opponent's box
Enzo Fernandez successfully blocks the shot
A shot by Brian Brobbey is blocked
Chelsea are in control of the ball.
Brian Brobbey hand-balls
Brian Brobbey controls the ball with his hand
Levi Colwill relieves the pressure with a clearance
Sunderland take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Chelsea take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Ball possession: Sunderland: 61%, Chelsea: 39%.
Nilson Angulo shoots from outside the box, but Robert Sanchez has it under control
Nilson Angulo tries his luck from distance but his effort ends up safely in the hands of Robert Sanchez
Sunderland take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Goal kick for Chelsea
Nilson Angulo is penalised for pushing Robert Sanchez
Nordi Mukiele from Sunderland sends an effort wide of target
Nordi Mukiele goes for goal, but the shot lacks precision and sails wide
Space opens up for Nordi Mukiele but his finish goes wide of the target. Could have done better there.
Chance! Nordi Mukiele finds some room for a shot but fails to work the keeper. It's a goal kick
Moises Caicedo successfully blocks the shot
A shot by Luke O'Nien is blocked
Trai Hume creates a scoring opportunity for his teammate
Levi Colwill from Chelsea intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Granit Xhaka swings in the ball from a corner on the right, but it is nowhere near a teammate.
Levi Colwill relieves the pressure with a clearance
The cross by Lutsharel Geertruida from Sunderland successfully finds a teammate in the box.
Wesley Fofana from Chelsea intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Sunderland are trying to create something here.
Malo Gusto from Chelsea intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Enzo Fernandez is penalised for pushing Reinildo
Luke O'Nien successfully blocks the shot
A shot by Moises Caicedo is blocked
A chance presents itself to Joao Pedro from Chelsea but his header goes wide
The cross by Enzo Fernandez from Chelsea successfully finds a teammate in the box.
Ball possession: Sunderland: 56%, Chelsea: 44%.
The referee signals a free kick as Brian Brobbey from Sunderland trips Enzo Fernandez
Safe hands from Robert Sanchez as he comes out and claims the ball
A player from Sunderland takes a long throw into the opponent's box
Enzo Fernandez from Chelsea intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Sunderland take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Sunderland are in control of the ball.
Marc Cucurella from Chelsea intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
A player from Sunderland takes a long throw into the opponent's box
Enzo Fernandez successfully blocks the shot
A shot by Nordi Mukiele is blocked
Ball possession: Sunderland: 47%, Chelsea: 53%.
Enzo Fernandez from Chelsea intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Levi Colwill relieves the pressure with a clearance
A player from Sunderland takes a long throw into the opponent's box
Sunderland take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Trai Hume from Sunderland goes a bit too far there as the pulls down Moises Caicedo
Granit Xhaka from Sunderland swings in the corner from the right.
Good effort by Enzo Le Fee as he directs a shot on target, but Robert Sanchez saves it
Nordi Mukiele is penalised for pushing Joao Pedro
Chelsea are in control of the ball.
Sunderland are in control of the ball.
Ball possession: Sunderland: 57%, Chelsea: 43%.
Chelsea are in control of the ball.
Good effort by Cole Palmer as he directs a shot on target, but Robin Roefs saves it
Safe hands from Robert Sanchez as he comes out and claims the ball
Granit Xhaka swings in the ball from a corner on the right, but it is nowhere near a teammate.
Sunderland take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Moises Caicedo relieves the pressure with a clearance
Chelsea take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Sunderland take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Sunderland take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Malo Gusto makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
The pitch is in good condition today allowing for more technical play
A perfect day for football with glorious sunshine.
Chelsea kick-off, and the game is underway.
The referee starts the match
Welcome to Stadium of Light, the match will start in about 5 minutes.
Welcome to Stadium of Light where the two teams take the field for the start of this match.
Welcome to Stadium of Light where we are eagerly awaiting the arrival of the two teams
Welcome to Stadium of Light, where we await the arrival of today's teams.
Welcome to Stadium of Light, now all we need are the two teams.
Welcome to today's crucial game from Stadium of Light. We are awaiting the arrival of both teams, in anticipation of a great match!
Local broadcast partners for Finland have not been confirmed at the time of writing. Check official Finland broadcast partners or your local rights holder for confirmed coverage.
Sunderland vs Chelsea kicks off on Sunday 24 May 2026 at 18:00 EEST in Finland.
Local broadcast partners for Finland have not been confirmed at the time of writing. Check official Finland broadcast partners or your local rights holder for confirmed coverage.
Sunderland injuries listed are Romaine Mundle, Chemsdine Talbi, and Simon Moore. Chelsea injuries listed are Estevao, Jamie Gittens, and Romeo Lavia. There are no suspensions listed for either side.
In the last 8 meetings, Sunderland have 2 wins, Chelsea have 0 wins, and there have been 0 draws.
This is a Premier League Round 38 match at Stadium of Light in Sunderland, England.
Status
Finished
Minute
61'
Winner
Sunderland
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