The final day of the Premier League season is set for Sunday, May 24, as Sunderland host Chelsea at the Stadium of Light in a crucial Round 38 matchup. With the campaign coming down to the wire, both clubs head into the season finale with important points still on the line.
The match kicks off at 11:00 a.m. ET from Stadium of Light in Sunderland, England, a venue with a capacity of 49,000 fans.
Stadium of Light
Sunderland vs Chelsea Match Information
Match: Sunderland vs Chelsea
Competition: Premier League Round 38
Date: Sunday, May 24, 2026
Kickoff Time: 11:00 a.m. ET
Venue: Stadium of Light, Sunderland, England
Where to Watch Sunderland vs Chelsea
Broadcast and streaming details may vary by region, but Premier League final-day matches are typically available across major sports broadcasters and streaming platforms.
U.S. viewers should check local listings for:
- NBC
- USA Network
- Peacock
Sunderland Recent Form
Sunderland enters the match with mixed results in recent outings:
- Everton 1–3 Sunderland — Win
- Sunderland 0–0 Manchester United — Draw
- Wolves 1–1 Sunderland — Draw
- Sunderland 0–5 Nottingham Forest — Loss
- Aston Villa 4–3 Sunderland — Loss
The Black Cats have shown attacking flashes but defensive consistency has been a challenge in recent weeks.
Chelsea Recent Form
Chelsea’s recent performances have also been inconsistent:
- Chelsea 0–1 Manchester City — Loss
- Liverpool 1–1 Chelsea — Draw
- Chelsea 1–3 Nottingham Forest — Loss
- Chelsea 1–0 Leeds United — Win
- Brighton 3–0 Chelsea — Loss
The Blues will look to bounce back and finish the season on a strong note.
Weather Forecast for Matchday
Forecast conditions for Sunderland indicate:
- Temperature: 66°F
- Conditions: Partly cloudy
Weather conditions appear favorable for what could be an entertaining final-day encounter.
Sunderland vs Chelsea Prediction
Chelsea may enter with stronger overall squad depth, but Sunderland will have home support behind them at a packed Stadium of Light. Final-day matches often bring unexpected drama, especially with league positions potentially still undecided.
A tightly contested matchup with goals from both sides would not be surprising.
Prediction: Sunderland 1-2 Chelsea