Chelsea vs Sunderland: Kick-off Time, Viewing, Stats, and Team Updates

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Chelsea vs Sunderland: Kick-off Time, Viewing, Stats, and Team Updates

Chelsea is set to face Sunderland in a Premier League matchup on Saturday, October 25, 2025. The match will take place at Stamford Bridge at 3 p.m. BST, 10 a.m. ET, and 1 a.m. AEST on Thursday.

Chelsea Team Updates

Chelsea, managed by Enzo Maresca, has recently found success, winning their last four matches in all competitions. This streak includes a resounding 5-1 victory over Ajax in the UEFA Champions League. However, the team faces challenges due to injuries and suspensions.

  • Malo Gusto: Suspended
  • Benoît Badiashile: Out with a knock, expected return early December
  • Cole Palmer: Out with a groin injury, expected return late November
  • Dário Essugo: Out with a thigh injury, expected return late December
  • Liam Delap: Out with a hamstring injury, expected return mid-November
  • Levi Colwill: Out with ACL injury, estimated return late April

Sunderland’s Strong Start

Sunderland has made a commendable start in the Premier League, securing four wins from their first eight matches. Currently, they sit in seventh place with 14 points. This performance marks an impressive return to the top flight.

  • Ajibola Alese: Out with a shoulder injury, expected return early November
  • Dennis Cirkin: Out with a wrist injury, expected return early November
  • Leo Hjelde: Out with an achilles tendon injury, expected return early November
  • Habib Diarra: Out with a groin injury, expected return mid-December
  • Romain Mundle: Out with a hamstring injury, expected return early November

How to Watch the Match

Viewers in the U.K. will not find the game on television. However, fans in the U.S. can catch the action on Peacock, while viewers in Australia can watch on Stan Sport, and in India on Jio Hotstar. ESPN will provide live updates throughout the game.

Match Statistics

Historically, Chelsea has performed well against Sunderland at Stamford Bridge, winning their last three home league meetings with an aggregate score of 11-3. Notably, there have been no draws in the last 16 Premier League matches between these two teams at this venue.

Team Recent Form Points League Position
Chelsea WWWW 12 Mid-Table
Sunderland WLWL 14 7th

This Premier League clash promises to be an exciting contest, with both teams looking to solidify their positions early in the season.