Sunderland snatch late win vs Chelsea
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Chelsea, Enzo Maresca and Sunderland
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Getty ImagesAt a vibrant Stamford Bridge, Chelsea made a lightning-fast start against Sunderland, slicing through the visitor's defense to seize an early advantage. In a moment of swift combination,
Chelsea’s four-match winning streak came to an emphatic end on Saturday afternoon as they sunk to a late 2–1 defeat against Sunderland in the Premier League.
The second-half saw chances go both ways, but Sunderland managed to continue their impressive season by holding Chelsea off. And then they won it in the 93rd minute, with Chemsdine Talbi meeting a Brian Brobbey lay-off to give the visitors the three points.
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Alejandro Garnacho gave Chelsea an early lead as he latched onto Pedro Neto’s pass before finishing from a tight angle to give the Blues the perfect start. However, despite Chelsea’s dominance, it was Sunderland who’d strike next as Wilson Isidor capitalised on a long throw from Nordi Mukiele to bring the visitors level after 22 minutes.
Sunderland boss Regis Le Bris spoke to Sky Sports after his side's late victory against Chelsea: ""We built our identity through pre-season and before. The togetherness, the ability to defend and suffer together.
Alejandro Garnacho pulled out his trademark Manchester United celebration after scoring his maiden goal for Chelsea against Sunderland on Saturday. Garnacho, who joined the Blues on a permanent transfer from United in the last transfer window,
Chelsea have seen their four-game winning streak end at the hands of Sunderland following a 2-1 defeat in Saturday’s Premier League clash.After their 5-1 rout of Ajax in midweek, Enzo Maresca’s