| Chelsea wins | Draw | Sunderland wins |
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| 1.38 | 4.92 | 8 |
| Chelsea | Sunderland |
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LAST GAME: Chelsea 5 - 1 Ajax
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Event Details
- Date and Time: Saturday, October 25, 2025, 10:00 AM EDT
- Venue: Stamford Bridge, London, England
- Competition: Premier League
| Odds via 20Bet | |
| Chelsea vs Sunderland | Saturday, October 25, 2025, 10:00 AM EDT |
| Chelsea odds | -228 |
| Sunderland odds | +620 |
| Draw | +380 |
| Over/Under | Total 2.5: -139/+118 |
| Betting Bonus | Up to 100 $/€ |
Chelsea vs Sunderland Preview and Team News
Chelsea Team News
Chelsea ended a three-game winless streak and turned things around with a 2-1 victory over Liverpool before the international break. Estevao scored a last-minute winner, showing his capability to make a difference in the top match.
This result set the stage for the team’s dominant performance against Nottingham Forest (3-0), where they struggled against aggressive pressing in the first half.
However, Maresca’s halftime changes, which included defensive star Moisés Caicedo and target man Marc Guiu, along with moving Joao Pedro into a number 10 role, helped Chelsea score two goals at the beginning of the second half.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️#CFC | #UCL pic.twitter.com/yJiBTheqOl
— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) October 22, 2025
Josh Acheampong scored first shortly after the restart, followed by a fierce free-kick from Pedro Neto that resulted in an own goal by Forest’s keeper. The key role was played by Joao Pedro, who made clever runs between the lines, exploiting the man-marking strategy of the Forest system and making progressive passes in the final third.
In the middle of the week, Chelsea confidently defeated a struggling Ajax 5-1, which boosted their confidence.
However, the absence of Cole Palmer impacts the Blues’ creative output, as he’s their main chance creator and goal threat from open play. Without Palmer’s ability to unlock defenses with through balls and his tendency to drift into dangerous positions, Chelsea may struggle to break down Sunderland’s low defensive block.
Enzo Maresca also faces personnel difficulties ahead of the match. Malo Gusto is suspended, Liam Delap remains a long-term absentee, Dario Essugo is recovering from surgery, and both Levi Colwill and Benoît Badiashile are sidelined with injuries.
Chelsea predicted lineup vs Sunderland (4-2-3-1): Sanchez; James, Chalobah, Acheampong, Cucurella; Caicedo, Lavia; Neto, Buonanotte, Estevao; Pedro.
Sunderland Team News
Sunderland’s return to the Premier League has been impressive, defying preseason predictions to secure a mid-table position.
Their recent performances include a 0-2 loss to Manchester United and an important 1-0 win against struggling Nottingham Forest. In their latest outing, they secured a crucial 2-0 home victory against Wolves. That win came after a lineup change, with team key player Dan Ballard returning to his center-back role, which led to Nordi Mukiele’s opening goal from the right full-back position.
Sunderland dominated Wolves in the first half, creating good scoring chances. In the second half, when the Molineux side intensified their play, the Black Cats held only 32% possession while maintaining a deep defensive block. Their clean sheet was achieved through great collective cohesion.
👊 RLB on Chelsea:
‘They are a strong side that play 60 games a season. It shows their depth and quality. They are excellent on the counter attack with individuals who can change the course of the game. We will need to be at our best…’ pic.twitter.com/vc3dGCCUrO
— Sunderland AFC (@SunderlandAFC) October 23, 2025
Régis Le Bris must be pleased with Reinildo Mandava’s return from suspension, but his place in the lineup remains uncertain following Sunderland’s strong defensive performance.
Their injury list remains lengthy, with many players still out. Dennis Cirkin and Leo Hjelde are about one to two weeks away from returning to full training after long absences. Romaine Mundle is nearing full fitness but likely won’t play.
Noah Sadiki limped off against Wolves, but the issue seems minor. Club record signing Habib Diarra is recovering from a groin injury and isn’t expected back until December, while Aji Alese needs more recovery time for his shoulder issue.
Sunderland predicted lineup vs Chelsea (4-2-3-1): Roefs; Hume, Ballard, Alderete, Mukiele; Xhaka, Sadiki; Adingra, Le Fée, Traoré; Isidor.
Chelsea vs Sunderland Prediction
- Pick: Chelsea to win
- Odds: -228 (20Bet)
- Score prediction: Chelsea 2-0 Sunderland
The gap in quality between the squads is significant, though Sunderland’s organization should prevent this from becoming a comprehensive defeat.
The expectation is for Chelsea to control possession and create more big chances, though Sunderland’s defensive play may frustrate the hosts.
The visitors are likely to sit deep and look to exploit spaces during transitions. If they score first, the Blues could face big problems. However, Chelsea have so many attacking talents in their ranks, with players like Joao Pedro and Estavao able to make a difference, which makes them the clear favorites in the match.
Chelsea vs Sunderland Prediction, Betting Tip
- Pick: Total Over 1.5
- Odds: -417 (20Bet)
Chelsea’s recent results have demonstrated their capability to find the net consistently. The Blues have netted 13 goals across their seven Premier League matches this season, averaging nearly two per game despite their early-season struggles.
Sunderland’s defensive record is great for a newly promoted side, but they’ve shown vulnerability against quality opposition. They conceded two goals to Manchester United and have generally struggled against teams that are capable of applying a powerful press and executing passing combinations.
Chelsea vs Sunderland Where to Watch (USA, Canada)
- NBC (USA)
- Fubo (Canada)
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