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Sunderland v Chelsea Tickets | Premier League | Stadium of Light
Sunderland host Chelsea at the Stadium of Light on Sunday, May 24, 2026 on the final day of the Premier League season. As is tradition, all ten matches kick off simultaneously at 4:00pm BST, with drama guaranteed across the league. This fixture pits one of English football's great success stories against a club still chasing Champions League qualification, promising an electric finale to a memorable season for the Black Cats.
Match Details
The match kicks off at 4:00pm BST on Sunday, May 24, 2026 at the Stadium of Light. As is customary on the final day of the Premier League season, all ten matches begin at the same time to ensure competitive integrity across the table. This will be Chelsea's last Premier League fixture of the 2025/26 campaign, with their European qualification fate potentially still hanging in the balance.
Stadium of Light
The Stadium of Light has been Sunderland's home since 1997, replacing their historic Roker Park ground. With a capacity of 48,707, it is one of the largest club stadiums in England and provides a raucous atmosphere on matchdays. The Black Cats' passionate supporters have witnessed a remarkable season in their first campaign back in the top flight since 2016/17.
Head-to-Head Record
Chelsea hold a commanding lead in the all-time head-to-head, having won 61 of their 126 meetings across all competitions compared to Sunderland's 43 victories, with 22 draws. In the Premier League era specifically, Chelsea have dominated with 23 wins from 34 encounters. However, Sunderland's most recent victory came at Stamford Bridge earlier this season, proving they can compete with the very best on their day.
Last Meeting
Sunderland stunned Chelsea with a dramatic 2-1 victory at Stamford Bridge on October 25, 2025, sending the Black Cats up to second in the Premier League table. Alejandro Garnacho gave Chelsea an early lead in the fourth minute with his first Blues goal, but Wilson Isidor equalised in the 22nd minute from a scrambled long-throw routine. The game appeared to be heading for a draw until the 93rd minute, when substitute Chemsdine Talbi ran onto a lay-off from fellow sub Brian Brobbey and coolly rolled the ball into the bottom corner, sparking delirious celebrations among the travelling supporters in the Shed End.
Sunderland 2025/26 Season
Régis Le Bris has masterminded one of the Premier League's great promotion success stories. After guiding Sunderland back to the top flight via the Championship play-off final victory over Sheffield United in May 2025, the French manager has exceeded all expectations in their first season back. The Black Cats have spent significant parts of the campaign in the top half, with their solid defensive record — conceding just 29 goals in 25 games — proving crucial to their success. Captain Granit Xhaka, signed from Bayer Leverkusen, has provided leadership and experience, while goalkeeper Robin Roefs and defender Dan Ballard have been outstanding. Wilson Isidor leads the attacking threat, supported by exciting talents including Chemsdine Talbi, Brian Brobbey, and Enzo Le Fée.
Chelsea 2025/26 Season
Liam Rosenior took charge at Stamford Bridge in January 2026, becoming the club's fifth permanent head coach since BlueCo's 2022 takeover. The 41-year-old arrived from fellow BlueCo club Strasbourg, where he had guided them to European qualification for the first time in 19 years. Chelsea sit sixth in the Premier League and remain firmly in the battle for Champions League qualification heading into the final day. The squad features exciting talents including Cole Palmer, Pedro Neto, Alejandro Garnacho, and the emerging Brazilian teenager Estêvão.
Tickets
Tickets for Sunderland vs Chelsea at the Stadium of Light are in high demand. The final day of the Premier League season always generates exceptional interest, and with Sunderland enjoying a remarkable return to the top flight and Chelsea potentially fighting for European qualification, the atmosphere promises to be electric. The passionate Wearside faithful will be looking to cap off a memorable season in style.
