Premier League - England
Sun, 24 May 2026 - 15:00 Stadium: Stadium of Light
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Sunderland vs Chelsea
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Sun, 24 May 2026 - 15:00 Stadium: Stadium of Light

Prediction: Sunderland vs Chelsea Betting Tips & Predictions

Intro to Sunderland vs Chelsea betting insights

On May 24, 2026, Sunderland hosts Chelsea in an exciting Premier League clash at the Stadium of Light. Based on recent form, historical head-to-heads, and squad availability, Chelsea are slight favorites to take at least a point from this fixture. Our prediction favors a narrow win or draw with low goals expected, making under 2.5 goals a key market to consider. This page provides in-depth analysis, best bets, and value picks for Sunderland vs Chelsea betting tips.

Sunderland vs Chelsea Betting Tips

These are our top betting tips and predictions for the match.

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Win or Draw Chelsea or Draw Tipstrike Odd: 1.80
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Over/Under 2.5 Goals Under 2.5 Goals Tipstrike Odd: 1.65
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Both Teams To Score No Tipstrike Odd: 2.20
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Correct Score (1-1) 1-1 Tipstrike Odd: 6.50

Premier League Detailed Statistics

Standings
# Team MP W D L GF GA GD Pts Last 5
8 Chelsea Chelsea 37 14 10 13 57 50 7 52 W D L L L
10 Sunderland Sunderland 37 13 12 12 40 47 -7 51 W D D L L
Sunderland Team Logo Sunderland Stats
Sunderland Team Logo Sunderland
MP W D L
Overall 37 13 12 12
Home 18 8 6 4
Away 19 5 6 8
Sunderland Team Logo Sunderland
CS BTTS FTS
Overall 30% 35% 35%
Home 39% 33% 28%
Away 21% 37% 42%
Chelsea Team Logo Chelsea Stats
Chelsea Team Logo Chelsea
MP W D L
Overall 37 14 10 13
Home 19 7 5 7
Away 18 7 5 6
Chelsea Team Logo Chelsea
CS BTTS FTS
Overall 24% 57% 19%
Home 26% 53% 21%
Away 22% 61% 17%

Match context and setup

Sunderland faces Chelsea at Stadium of Light on May 24, 2026. Sunderland's recent form is limited by injuries and a red card suspension for key defender D. Ballard, while Chelsea's squad is impacted by multiple injuries and suspensions including key players like M. Mudryk. Chelsea's history as an away team in this fixture suggests they remain formidable despite squad issues.

Team news overview

Sunderland's squad is missing D. Ballard (Red Card), S. Moore (Wrist Injury), and R. Mundle (Hamstring Injury). O. Alderete and B. Traore are questionable. Chelsea's issues include the absence of M. Gusto (Injury), J. Gittens (Muscle Injury), M. Mudryk (Suspended), R. Lavia (Knock), and others. These absences impact the tactical setup for both teams.

Game scenario analysis

If Sunderland scores first in the upcoming match at Stadium of Light, the game could open up, but current form suggests Chelsea holds a slight edge. The recent head-to-heads show Chelsea's dominance, especially in away fixtures, indicating they are resilient against Sunderland. Expect a tight contest with strategic gameplay influencing the scoreline.

Tactical betting insights

Chelsea's personnel issues might lead them to adopt a more cautious approach, focusing on organized defense and quick counterattacks. Sunderland, meanwhile, could be more direct, aiming to capitalize on home advantage. Betting angles include a potential low-scoring game and Chelsea's resilience to secure at least a draw, considering their recent away performances.

Frequently asked questions

See below all the main information for this match.

The most probable outcome is Chelsea to win or draw, given their historical performance against Sunderland and current form predictions.

Chelsea are slightly favored to secure a win or at least a draw, with a projected probability of around 55%.

Expected goals for Sunderland are around 1.4, whereas Chelsea's are about 0.8, suggesting a close contest possibly ending in a low-scoring game.

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