Key Analysis
Chelsea have dominated the recent head-to-head, winning 9 of the last 10 EPL meetings.
Home
VS
Match Time
2026-11-08
15:00
Away
Prediction
Chelsea Win
Confidence
68%
How strongly our analysis backs this pick
Predicted Score
1 - 2
Key Analysis Points
Max probability 62.5% · Gap 40.0%p
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Analysis Data · Recent results
Analysis Data · Recent meetings
Total
10
Home Wins
4
Draws
1
Away Wins
5
Recent matches
Last meeting: 2026-05-25 (2-1)
Analysis Data · Current season stats
Analysis Data · 5 source indices
Analysis Data · Last 8 matches performance
Slight improvement
Stable
Overall · home/away records · recent form
Overall
Home/Away records
Recent
Analysis Data · Current form indicators
Overall
Best: Win 1 · Unbeaten 2
At Home
Best: Win 1 · Unbeaten 1
Away
Best: Unbeaten 1
Overall
Best: Win 2 · Unbeaten 2
At Home
Best: Win 1 · Unbeaten 3
Away
Best: Win 1 · Unbeaten 1
Rank and record by season
| Season | Comp. | Rank | Record | Standing points / win% / GD | Avg goals scored / allowed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025/2026 | Premier League | #7 | 14W 12D 12L | -6 GD | 1.11 / 1.26 |
| 2024/2025 | EFL Championship | #4 | 21W 13D 12L | +14 GD | 1.26 / 0.96 |
| 2023/2024 | EFL Championship | #16 | 16W 8D 22L | -2 GD | 1.13 / 1.17 |
| 2022/2023 | EFL Championship | #6 | 18W 15D 13L | 69 pts +13 GD | 1.48 / 1.2 |
| 2021/2022 | EFL League One | #5 | 24W 12D 10L | 84 pts +26 GD | 1.72 / 1.15 |
| Season | Comp. | Rank | Record | Standing points / win% / GD | Avg goals scored / allowed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025/2026 | Premier League | #10 | 14W 10D 14L | +6 GD | 1.53 / 1.37 |
| 2024/2025 | Premier League | #4 | 20W 9D 9L | +21 GD | 1.68 / 1.13 |
| 2023/2024 | Premier League | #6 | 18W 9D 11L | +14 GD | 2.03 / 1.66 |
| 2022/2023 | Premier League | #12 | 11W 11D 16L | 44 pts -9 GD | 1.0 / 1.24 |
| 2021/2022 | Premier League | #3 | 21W 11D 6L | 74 pts +43 GD | 2.0 / 0.87 |
Registered players with season stats
| Pos | Player | GP | Goals | Cards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FW | 18 Aisidoreu Wilseun | 26 | 4 | 2 |
| FW | 9 Beuraieon Beurobi (24) | 24 | 6 | 4 |
| FW | 12 Eliezer Mayenda (21) | 19 | 2 | - |
| FW | 25 Bereuteurandeu Teuraore (31) Knee Injury04.05.2026 | 12 | 1 | 1 |
| MF | 28 Enjo Reupi (26) | 29 | 4 | 5 |
| MF | 34 Geuraniteu Syaka (34) | 27 | 1 | 5 |
| MF | 27 Noah Sadiki (22) | 26 | 0 | 7 |
| MF | 7 Chemsdine Talbi (56) | 23 | 4 | - |
| MF | 14 Meondeul Romein Hamstring Injury01.06.2026 | 14 | 0 | 1 |
| MF | 19 Habib Diara (22) | 14 | 2 | 4 |
| MF | 11 Christopher Rigg (19) | 13 | 0 | - |
| MF | 13 Rukeu Onien (32) | 8 | 0 | 1 1 |
| MF | 10 Nilseun Deibideu Anggulro Ramireseu (23) Injured | 5 | 0 | - |
| DF | 32 Hyum Teurei | 31 | 0 | 8 |
| DF | 15 Omareu Alderiteu (30) | 27 | 1 | 6 |
| DF | 5 Daniel Balradeu (27) Muscle injury | 26 | 2 | 3 |
| DF | 6 Ruteusyarel Geoteuruida (26) | 25 | 0 | 1 |
| DF | 20 Noreudi Mulrereu Mukiel (29) | 25 | 1 | 4 |
| DF | 17 Rinildo Mandaba (32) | 18 | 0 | 7 1 |
| DF | 3 Deniseu Seokin (23) | 7 | 0 | 1 |
| GK | 22 Roepeuseu Robin Muscle injury | 28 | 0 | 3 |
| GK | 31 Elbori Melkeo | 3 | 0 | - |
| Pos | Player | GP | Goals | Cards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FW | 20 Juang Pedeuro (25) | 31 | 14 | 4 |
| FW | 7 Pedeuro Neto (26) | 29 | 5 | 4 1 |
| FW | 9 Riam Delrap (23) | 22 | 1 | 2 |
| FW | 49 Alrehandeuro Gareunacho (22) | 20 | 1 | 2 |
| FW | 41 Estevao (2026) | 20 | 2 | 3 |
| FW | 11 Biyon Giteunseu Jeimi Muscle injury | 16 | 0 | - |
| FW | 38 Marc Guiu (20) | 7 | 0 | 1 |
| MF | 8 Enjo Pereunandeseu (25) | 30 | 8 | 8 |
| MF | 25 Moiseu Keisedo (25) | 26 | 3 | 9 1 |
| MF | 17 Andeurei Aireuton (22) | 23 | 0 | 4 |
| MF | 10 Kol Palmeo (24) | 20 | 9 | 4 |
| MF | 45 Romio Rabia (22) | 8 | 0 | - |
| DF | 23 Teurebo Chalroba (27) Ankle injury | 29 | 3 | 3 1 |
| DF | 27 Malro Guseuto (23) | 28 | 2 | 4 1 |
| DF | 24 Riseu Jeimseu (27) Hamstring injury | 27 | 2 | 4 |
| DF | 3 Makeu Kukurelra (28) | 27 | 1 | 5 1 |
| DF | 29 Weseulri Popana (26) | 19 | 0 | 6 1 |
| DF | 21 Jorrel Hato (20) | 16 | 0 | 4 |
| DF | 4 Apdul Nasireu Adarabiyo (29) | 15 | 0 | 2 |
| DF | 5 Benuiteu Badiasil (25) | 8 | 0 | 2 |
| DF | 19 Mamadu Sarr (21) | 2 | 0 | - |
| GK | 1 Robereuteu Sancheseu (29) | 29 | 0 | 4 1 |
| GK | 12 Yoreugensen Pilripeu Groin Injury13.04.2026 | 3 | 0 | - |
Chelsea have dominated the recent head-to-head, winning 9 of the last 10 EPL meetings.
Sunderland's recent historical data suggests they are a Championship-level side, less experienced at EPL level.
Chelsea's squad quality, depth, and attacking output significantly surpass Sunderland's based on known data.
Probabilities stored with this match. The combined AI forecast is shown separately above.
3 of 3 independent forecasts agree with the final pick.
Prediction: Chelsea Win
Score: 0 - 2
Based on the latest available data, Chelsea are clear favorites. Their superior squad quality, tactical approach, and historical dominance over Sunderland point to an away win. Sunderland would likely be newly promoted and less equipped to handle Chelsea's attacking threats. However, the analysis is based on data from 2023-24, so confidence is limited by the absence of 2026-27 season data and unknown variables such as transfers, injuries, or managerial changes.
Prediction: Chelsea Win
Score: 1 - 2
Chelsea are clear favorites based on historical dominance (9 wins in last 10 EPL meetings) and squad quality. While Sunderland would need promotion to reach the EPL by 2026, their home advantage provides some mitigation. Chelsea's attacking capabilities (1.8 goals/game) combined with tactical organization under established management positions them to control this fixture. Sunderland's away record (8W-5D-10L in Championship context) suggests vulnerability on the road. However, this is a single fixture where Sunderland's home support and potential tactical discipline warrant a 28% non-Chelsea outcome probability. Chelsea's young, talented squad should capitalize on their experience premium.
Prediction: Chelsea Win
Score: 1 - 2
Chelsea enters this fixture as the statistical favorite, maintaining a superior head-to-head record and a squad built on high-value international talent. Their tactical setup, typically focused on high possession and a sophisticated press, usually creates significant problems for sides that are transitioning back into the top flight or maintaining mid-table stability. Even with the match projected into 2026, the structural financial advantages of the London club suggest a higher ceiling for individual match-winners like Cole Palmer. Sunderland's path to a result lies in their energetic home support and a commitment to a fast-paced, counter-attacking style. While they have shown the ability to disrupt established teams through high-intensity midfield play, their defensive consistency in the Premier League has historically been their undoing against elite opposition. A competitive but narrow victory for the visitors is the most likely outcome, as Chelsea's depth allows them to maintain pressure over the full 90 minutes.