Chelsea will host newly promoted Sunderland at Stamford Bridge for a Premier League clash on Saturday, October 25, 2025. The kickoff is set for 7:30 PM IST. Ahead of this contest check out our Chelsea vs Sunderland prediction, team previews, props, starting lineups and match winner prediction.
The Blues currently sit fifth in the table, level on points with the Black Cats, who have made an impressive return to the top flight and are placed seventh on goal difference.
Chelsea has dominated this fixture, especially at home, where none of the 16 previous Premier League meetings have ended in a draw. Since 1996, the two clubs have met 33 times, with Chelsea winning 23 and Sunderland winning eight.
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Chelsea Preview
Chelsea enters this match in strong form after winning their last four games in all competitions. Their 5-1 midweek thrashing of Ajax in the Champions League showed the team’s depth and attacking quality, with several young players getting on the scoresheet. In the Premier League this season, Chelsea averages two goals per game and concedes 1.13 goals per game.
They take around 13.38 shots per match and win 10.75 corners on average. Moisés Caicedo and Enzo Fernández are the top scorers for the Blues this season with three goals each. For team news, Liam Delap remains sidelined with a hamstring issue. Malo Gusto serves a suspension. Cole Palmer (groin), Levi Colwill (ACL), Dario Essugo (thigh), and Benoit Badiashile (muscle) are also unavailable.
Sunderland Preview
Sunderland has started the Premier League season strongly and currently sits seventh with 14 points after eight matches. The Black Cats have shown great character and remain unbeaten in their last 13 away games in London across all competitions. This season, they average 1.13 goals scored per game and concede 0.75 goals per game, keeping a clean sheet in half of their matches.
They attempt 9.75 shots per game and earn 8.63 corners on average. Forward Wilson Isidor leads their attack and shares the top scorer spot with three goals in the Premier League. For team news, Sunderland will miss Omar Alderete (concussion), Habib Diarra (groin), Romaine Mundle (hamstring), Dennis Cirkin (wrist), Aji Alese (shoulder), and Leo Hjelde (Achilles).
Chelsea vs Sunderland Predicted Starting Lineups
Chelsea’s possible starting lineup:
Sanchez; James, Tosin, Chalobah, Cucurella; Caicedo, Fernandez; Neto, Estevao, Garnacho; Pedro
Sunderland’s possible starting lineup:
Roefs; Hume, Mukiele, Ballard, Reinildo; Rigg, Xhaka, Sadiki; Talbi, Isidor, Le Fee
Who Will Score a Goal?
Wilson Isidor will definitely score a goal. The Sunderland forward is in good form with three goals in eight Premier League games this season. Chelsea’s defence looks weakened with several key players missing through injury and suspension.
Isidor will lead the line for the Black Cats, which gives him a strong chance to exploit defensive gaps. His sharp finishing and Sunderland’s solid away form make him a strong contender to find the net.
Chelsea vs Sunderland Match Prediction
Chelsea remains the favourite to win this match. Sunderland’s solid start and strong away form deserve credit, but Chelsea’s recent resurgence and historical dominance at Stamford Bridge give them the upper hand.
The Blues’ attacking strength, shown in their Champions League win, and their home advantage suggest a comfortable result.
Probable scoreline and winner: Chelsea 3-1 Sunderland.
