Sunderland’s Dream Run Continues With Historic Victory Over Chelsea

‎In one of the most dramatic Premier League clashes of the season so far, Sunderland pulled off a remarkable 2-1 comeback victory over Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.

‎Sunderland, enjoying their best eight-game start to a top-flight campaign since the 1999/2000 season, arrived in West London full of confidence but aware of the challenge ahead.

‎Early Setback for Sunderland

‎Those hopes of climbing into the top two took an early hit. With just four minutes gone, Chelsea struck on the counter-attack.

‎Pedro Neto, always dangerous in transition, slid a perfectly weighted ball through to Alejandro Garnacho, who darted down the left flank and fired low between Robin Roefs’ legs.

‎It was the Argentine’s first goal for the club and one that had Stamford Bridge roaring with approval.

‎At that stage, it looked like the home side might dominate proceedings. But Sunderland, rather than folding, kept their composure and gradually fought their way back into the contest.

‎Isidor Levels It

‎The equaliser came in scrappy but determined fashion. A long throw into the Chelsea box caused chaos, and when the ball bounced kindly in the melee, Wilson Isidor reacted first, flicking it past Robert Sánchez from close range.

‎Suddenly, the visitors were level and they weren’t content to stop there. Moments later, Isidor could have doubled his tally, but his shot drifted agonisingly wide of the post.

‎Chelsea responded with intensity, pushing hard to regain the lead before halftime. Garnacho came close again, seeing his sliding effort denied by Roefs, while Trevoh Chalobah’s powerful strike from distance was tipped over by the inspired Sunderland keeper.

‎Tactical Battles and Late Drama

‎Chelsea dominated possession but struggled to create clear openings. Maresca turned to his bench, bringing on Estêvão and the Brazilian nearly made an immediate impact, his deflected effort whistling just wide of the post to the relief of the Sunderland fans tucked into the corner of Stamford Bridge.

‎Sunderland, under Régis Le Bris, had switched to a back five for the first time this season a move that paid dividends.

‎That moment arrived in stoppage time. Substitute Brian Brobbey, fresh and physical, held up the ball brilliantly under pressure before laying it off for Chemsdine Talbi, who coolly swept his shot into the bottom corner.

‎The final whistle confirmed a monumental win for Sunderland and also extended their incredible run of 14 unbeaten away league matches against London clubs (W5, D9) a statistic that highlights just how effective Le Bris’ side has become on the road.

‎Chelsea, meanwhile, were left to rue missed chances and a lack of creativity in the final third. The defeat saw them drop to seventh place, three points behind high-flying Sunderland.