Sunderland vs Chelsea: Premier League Squad Update
The Premier League clash at Stadium of Light in Sunderland on 24 May 2026 sees Sunderland (10th, 51 points, goal difference -7) host Chelsea (8th, 52 points, goal difference 7) on the final regular league weekend (Round 38).
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.
Key creator E. Le Fée (5 goals, 6 assists) is available, as is fellow leading provider G. Xhaka (1 goal, 6 assists), preserving Sunderland’s main supply line.
Chelsea Availability
Chelsea also travel with a stretched squad.
- J. Derry (Concussion) is sidelined.
- Estêvão (Hamstring Injury) is sidelined.
- J. Bynoe-Gittens (Muscle Injury) is sidelined.
- R. Lavia (Knock) is sidelined.
- M. Mudryk (Suspended) is sidelined.
Top scorer and assister João Pedro (15 goals, 5 assists) and midfield goal threat E. Fernández (10 goals, 4 assists) are both available to lead the attack.
Impact Summary
Sunderland’s absences are concentrated in defense and depth options, limiting rotation but keeping their primary creative output intact. Chelsea lose some attacking depth and midfield control through injury and suspension, yet retain the bulk of their attacking firepower via João Pedro and E. Fernández.
