Sunderland have defeated Chelsea at the Stadium of Light to deny the Blues a place in the Premier League top four after Matchday 10.
Sunderland secured a 1-0 victory over Chelsea, with Enzo Le Fée converting a penalty in the 36th minute. Despite having just 31% possession compared to Chelsea’s 69%, Sunderland created more clear-cut opportunities, recording four big chances against Chelsea’s two. The hosts also registered a higher expected goals (xG) figure of 2.55 to Chelsea’s 0.53, while Chelsea had 10 shots against Sunderland’s nine. The Blues also recorded 21 touches in the opposition box, compared to Sunderland’s 14, but failed to find the net.
An important victory for Sunderland, who have now earned eight points despite remaining in 18th place in the relegation zone. Chelsea, meanwhile, have dropped to fifth place following the defeat.
