Chelsea will aim to continue their recent winning streak on Saturday when they host surprise package Sunderland at Stamford Bridge.
Enzo Maresca’s side have won four consecutive games across all competitions. They now face a Sunderland team, however, that sits seventh in the Premier League after an impressive return to the top flight but are dealing with significant defensive absences.
Chelsea vs Sunderland – Match Preview and Team News
- Date: Saturday, 25 October 2025
- Kick-off: 3:00 pm BST
- Venue: Stamford Bridge, London
- Referee: Andy Madley
- VAR: Craig Pawson
- Last Meeting: Chelsea 5-1 Sunderland, 21 May 2017, Premier League
Team News
Chelsea
Enzo Maresca has reported no new injuries following the midweek win over Ajax. However, he remains without several key players, including Cole Palmer, Benoît Badiashile, and Levi Colwill. In addition, Malo Gusto and Mykhailo Mudryk are both suspended. Striker Marc Guiu is available after scoring against Ajax, and João Pedro returns from his European ban.
Sunderland
Régis Le Bris faces a defensive headache. Key centre-back Omar Alderete is out due to concussion protocols, joining a lengthy injury list. However, Reinildo Mandava returns from suspension and is expected to start, likely forcing a reshuffle with Nordi Mukiele moving centrally and Trai Hume shifting to right-back.
Form
Chelsea
The Blues have found their rhythm, winning four straight games in all competitions, including a dominant 5-1 victory over Ajax in midweek. Their home form in 2025 has been excellent; indeed, only Manchester City have earned more points at home this calendar year. Moreover, Chelsea have won their last three home league games against Sunderland.
Sunderland
Sunderland have enjoyed a superb start, collecting 14 points from eight games, their best return at this stage since 1999-00. They arrive in London on a remarkable 13-match unbeaten league run in the capital. Their recent 2-0 loss at Manchester United, however, ended a four-game unbeaten streak in the league.
Predicted Lineups
Chelsea predicted XI: Sanchez; James, Fofana, Chalobah, Cucurella; Caicedo, Fernandez; Estevao, Joao Pedro, Neto; Guiu
Sunderland predicted XI: Roefs; Hume, Mukiele, Ballard, Reinildo; Xhaka, Le Fée, Sadiki; Talbi, Adingra, Isidor.
How to watch Chelsea vs Sunderland?
The match will not be broadcast live in the UK due to the 3:00 pm Saturday blackout.
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