Chelsea vs Sunderland prediction and odds ahead of Premier League clash

Chelsea enter this match sitting 5th in the Premier League with 14 points from eight games as Enzo Maresca looks to build on the Blues' impressive Champions League performance earlier this week. Despite dealing with a significant injury crisis, the Blues have enjoyed a strong start to the season and will be satisfied with their current position. They are in good form, having won four of their last five matches—including four consecutive victories—and their most recent outing saw them cruise to a 5-1 win over Ajax.

At Stamford Bridge, Chelsea have also been impressive, recording four wins and just one defeat in five home games across all competitions this season. Their only loss came against Brighton, a match in which they were leading 1-0 before a red card changed the course of the game.

Chelsea will be confident of securing three points against newly promoted Sunderland, despite the visitors’ encouraging start to life in the Premier League. The Black Cats currently sit 7th, level on points with Chelsea, having adapted well to the top flight. Even if their form dips, Sunderland have already put themselves in a good position to fight for survival.

Sunderland’s recent form is steady, with two wins, two draws, and one defeat in their last five matches. However, their away record is less convincing, with just one win from four games on the road—against a struggling Forest side—and a 2-0 defeat to Burnley. Their most recent away fixture ended in a 2-0 loss to Manchester United in a lackluster display and with only one goal scored in four away matches, it’s difficult to see Sunderland causing an upset against an in-form Chelsea side.

Chelsea vs Sunderland Betting Tips

• Estevao to score/assist anytime - 13/8 (Betfred)
• Enzo Fernandez to score anytime - 7/2 (Betfred)

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