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CHELSEA STUMBLE AGAINST SUNDERLAND IN DISAPPOINTING 2-1 DEFEAT

Chelsea suffered a shock 2-1 home defeat to Sunderland as Chemsdine Talbi scored a stoppage-time winner. Alejandro Garnacho's first Blues goal was cancelled out by Wilson Isidor before Talbi's late strike sealed a stunning win for the visitors.

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Chelsea's Reece James, Pedro Neto and Joao Pedro, from left, react during the English Premier League soccer match between Chelsea and Sunderland in London, Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025. (AP Photo/Joanna Chan)

On Saturday afternoon, Chelsea lost to newly promoted Sunderland 2-1, which was a sad result.

Alejandro Garnacho, who joined the Blues in the summer, scored his first goal after a clever run ended in a low strike, giving the team the ideal start.

But 15 minutes later, Sunderland responded by utilising a long throw, and Wilson Isidor scored from close range.

Even though Sunderland left with all three points, the visitors did not manage another attempt on goal until the end of the second half.

Chemsdine Talbi and Brian Brobbey worked effectively together, with the former scoring in stoppage time to take the lead.

After former Chelsea player Bertrand Traore found Dan Ballard at the far post, Sunderland had the first goal attempt, but Robert Sanchez stopped his header.

Despite the early pressure from the visitors, Chelsea prevailed thanks to Garnacho's summer transfer. Just four minutes, the Argentine gave his team the lead as he scooped up the ball on the left-hand side, drove at his defender, and fired a low effort.

After twenty minutes, Sunderland tied the score, and Chelsea was once again defeated by a long throw. The ball fell to Bertrand Traore after Nordi Mukiele launched it into the Blues' box, and Isidor converted his attempt to level the score for the visitors.

On Sunderland's right, Traore looked threatening as he curled a shot toward the bottom corner, and Sanchez was equal.

Garnacho had a number of chances throughout the first half, which was end-to-end. He got on the end of an Enzo Fernandez flick, but Robin Roefs stopped his far-post strike.

In an outstanding first-half performance, Roefs pushed the centre defender's shot over the bar after inviting Trevoh Chalobah to fire shortly before halftime.

Chelsea's lack of attacking resolve cost them a goal at the beginning of the second half as Pedro Neto and Garnacho struck Sunderland on the counterattack. Garnacho picked up the ball under pressure after a terrible pass from the Portugal international, and the excellent opportunity to take the lead again was lost.

The highlight of Chelsea's defensive effort was Josh Acheampong, who sacrificed his body on multiple occasions, but none more so than when Isidor seemed to be in on goal before the Cobham graduate stopped the attack.

With 60 minutes remaining, Estevao was brought in as Chelsea looked for a winner. The Brazilian had an almost immediate impact after getting on the end of a low cross from Marc Cucurella, but his shot was deflected wide.

The most recent Blues player to try his luck was Enzo Fernandez, who made his first attempt after Moises Caicedo hammered a ball at him and flicked it into Roefs' hands. A long-range shot then went straight into the goalie's hands, and the Argentine's back-post header had the same outcome.

The visitors scored in extra time, even though the Blues appeared to have the best chance of winning all three points.

Talbi and Brobbey work well together, and the visitors leave Stamford Bridge with all three points thanks to Talbi's late goal.

DISCIPLINARY BLOW: MADRID PLAYER SUSPENDED POST EL CLáSICO TUSSLE

Real Madrid's backup keeper Andriy Lunin has been handed a one-game suspension by the RFEF for his aggressive conduct on the bench during the heated final moments of El Clásico. Real Madrid's appeal was rejected.

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El Clásico Scuffle - Photo Credit Getty Images

Los Blancos' goalie Andriy Lunin has been suspended for one game by the RFEF Disciplinary Committee for his involvement in the sideline dramas during the El Clásico's final moments. Although the cameras did not catch it, referee Soto Grado did record that he had sent the Ukrainian off.

According to Mundo Deportivo, the RFEF responded as follows when asked why Lunin received a red card.

The reason for Lunin, Andrii's expulsion in the 90th minute was that he had to be restrained by his teammates after he walked aggressively from his bench to the blonde bench.

The disciplinary committee of the RFEF


"When considered significant, those whose behaviour violates sporting order will be suspended for four to ten games or fined between 602 and 3,006 euros."

Because of Lunin's actions, which constituted a minor violation of the sporting order, he was suspended for one game. The ruling had been challenged by Real Madrid. However, the RFEF stayed steadfast, defending the referee's ruling and the evidence in the match report and on film.

Now, the backup goalie will not play against Valencia this weekend, where he is probably going to be benched. Fran Gonzalez and Sunico, both from the youth team, might be called up as the matchday squad's third choice, with Sergio Mestre serving as a backup.

No Barcelona players or any other Real Madrid players were slapped with bans following the two flash moments in the closing stages of the game. When Vinicius Jr. and Lamie Yamal argued, even players who were not on the team were spotted shoving on the side of the field. The RFEF, however, determined that nothing that came to pass would justify further prohibitions.

ARSENAL STAR DROPS CONFIDENT TITLE HINT AFTER STRONG OPENING

Arsenal star Bukayo Saka is targeting a historic Premier League and World Cup double with England this season. The winger believes it's a "doable" feat as the Gunners lead the title race.

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Bukayo Saka - (Image: David Price/Arsenal FC)

According to Bukayo Saka, it is feasible for Arsenal and England to win both games this season. The season has started well for the Gunners under Mikel Arteta's leadership.

Arsenal leads the Premier League standings by four points at the moment and is starting to look like a title contender. Manchester City is only one point ahead of defending champions Liverpool, who are seven points behind.

Saka, however, is not only interested in winning at his club; he also hopes to succeed internationally. Manager Thomas Tuchel has stated that winning the trophy is his ambition for England, who have qualified for the World Cup in the USA next year.

Saka is optimistic about his club's and his nation's chances of winning. "Yeah, that is my prayer," he remarked in an interview with Sky Sports. It is possible, of course.

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