The Football Pro

The match, decoded.

Premier League

Sunderland AFC v Chelsea FC

Reasoning, confidence, and risk for this 1X2 call.

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AI pick breakdown

Selection: Chelsea FC win. Open full news hub

70% confidence
Sun 24 May 2026, 16:00 Missed
Sunderland AFC crest Sunderland AFC vs Chelsea FC crest Chelsea FC

Final score: 2–1

AI selection

Chelsea FC win

Stored as Away Win

Odds: 2.10 Return (incl stake): £0.00 Net P/L: -£10.00

AI reasoning

Chelsea has a better recent form with 1 win in their last 5 matches compared to Sunderland's 2 wins. Chelsea also has a stronger season league form, scoring in 81.1% of their matches and having a higher goals per game average (1.54) compared to Sunderland's 1.08. The odds favor Chelsea significantly, indicating market confidence in their ability to win.

Risk

While Sunderland has home advantage, their recent form and overall season performance suggest they may struggle against Chelsea.

Table & broadcasts

Side-by-side Premier League snapshot for this fixture, then UK TV/radio where listed.

Stat Home Sunderland AFC Away Chelsea FC
League position 7 10
Played 38 38
Goals for 42 58
Goals against 48 52
Points 54 52

UK broadcast listings

Not broadcasted

Match news

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Away

Chelsea FC

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