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Sunderland beat Chelsea 2-1 at the Stadium of Light to dash Chelsea’s European hopes: Trey Hume gave Sunderland the lead, Malo Gusto own-goaled to double the advantage, and Chelsea pulled one back when Palmer's long-range effort deflected off Sunderland keeper Roefs; Wesley Fofana was sent off as stoppage time loomed. Chelsea finish 10th on 52 points, while Sunderland rise to 7th and secure Europa League football.
On the final day of the Premier League season, Chelsea must win at Sunderland to keep European qualification alive (Europa League or Conference League), with Chelsea lining up in a 3-4-3 and Sunderland employing a back-three, followed by full starting lineups, substitutes, kick-off times, venue, and broadcast details.
On the season’s final day, six storylines will shape the outcome: Arsenal will lift the Premier League trophy and celebrate after a title-winning campaign; Tottenham fight for survival as they host Everton; Chelsea chase European football (via the Europa or Conference League) with Xabi Alonso watching from Sunderland; Pep Guardiola bows out as Manchester City host Aston Villa; Liverpool bid farewell to Mohamed Salah and Andy Robertson in accompanying ceremonies; and Bruno Fernandes is one assist away from breaking the league’s single-season assists record at Brighton as United have little to play for.
Chelsea beat Tottenham 2-1 at Stamford Bridge after Enzo Fernández fired them ahead from distance and then assisted Andrey Santos for the second; Richarlison pulled one back for Spurs, keeping the finale nervy. The result ends Chelsea’s two-and-a-half-month winless run and, with City’s result elsewhere, ends their Champions League hopes, leaving Europa League or Conference League qualification still possible on the final day depending on other results, while Spurs remain in relegation danger heading to Sunderland.
Chelsea host Tottenham at Stamford Bridge in a high-stakes late-season clash: Spurs need at least a point to avoid relegation, while Chelsea push to keep faint hopes of European football alive. Interim boss Calum McFarlane remains in charge with Delap leading the attack due to Pedro’s knock, and Spurs’ starting XI is announced with several academy players among the substitutes.
With West Ham’s loss, Tottenham need only one point from their final two games to secure Premier League safety and travel to Stamford Bridge to face Chelsea. Guglielmo Vicario has returned from injury and is in contention to start, with Antonin Kinsky as backup; Solanke remains unavailable. Richarlison leads the attack, and James Maddison may come on as an impact sub once fit.
Chelsea are poised to receive a hefty compensation from Manchester City as Enzo Maresca’s move to replace Pep Guardiola is reportedly agreed, with City finalising a three‑year deal following a total verbal agreement; Chelsea plan to pursue legal options if no payout is reached, while Maresca’s imminent City arrival comes as talk of surprise approaches from Spurs, Real Madrid and Milan circulates since his Chelsea exit.
Chelsea confirmed Xabi Alonso as their new manager on a four‑year contract, signaling a major shift under BlueCo as they pursue stability, a stronger culture and trophies. Alonso will have real influence within Chelsea’s sporting structure, bring four Real Madrid coaches, and plan to sign at least two starting-caliber players this summer while building a squad of “mentality monsters.” Liverpool did not pursue him, preferring Arne Slot, and Alonso is set to start on July 1 as Chelsea edge toward a rebuild.
Chelsea have appointed Xabi Alonso as manager on a four-year deal starting July 1 after a 1-0 FA Cup final loss to Manchester City, with a Transfermarkt piece arguing his preferred 3-4-2-1 could suit five players — Cole Palmer (right 10), Moisés Caicedo (central midfield), Geovany Quenda (right wing-back), Jorrel Hato (left-back/left centre-back in a back three) and Estêvão (winger) — while a fluid front three of João Pedro, Estêvão and Palmer is suggested, subject to squad adaptation and fitness.
Real Madrid parted ways with Xabi Alonso by mutual consent a day after losing the Spanish Super Cup final to Barcelona, naming Alvaro Arbeloa as the new coach. The piece notes Chelsea’s pattern of midseason managerial changes and feeds speculation that Alonso could be a midseason target, a theme that has triggered debate among Liverpool supporters about the club’s direction and leadership.
Xabi Alonso has been appointed Chelsea’s manager on a long-term contract and will take charge from July as part of a planned rebuild to compete for major honours; the Spaniard is Chelsea’s fifth permanent boss under BlueCo, with transfer decisions to be made in collaboration with the club’s sporting directors, and a busy pre-season scheduled against Western Sydney Wanderers, Tottenham, Juventus and AC Milan.
Antoine Semenyo produced a brilliant late flick from Erling Haaland's cut-back to seal Manchester City's 1-0 win over Chelsea in the FA Cup final, a moment that crowned Pep Guardiola's 20th trophy in ten years. Chelsea pressed late but couldn't find an equaliser or a penalty, while Levi Colwill impressed on his return from ACL injury as City edge toward a possible treble.
Love Is Blind stars Kwame Appiah and Chelsea have announced their divorce after nearly four years of marriage, saying their life goals no longer align and that they are choosing separate paths, with requests for privacy as they navigate the split.
Chelsea appoint Xabi Alonso as their next manager after a turbulent season that ended with a FA Cup final defeat; he faces a tough rebuild—shoring up mentality, culture, and fitness, coordinating summer squad changes, and navigating uncertain European qualification as pre-season approaches.
Antoine Semenyo’s 72nd‑minute flick earned Manchester City a 1-0 victory over Chelsea in the FA Cup final, sealing a cup double for City this season and making the Ghanaian the first to score in an FA Cup final. Semenyo was named man of the match as City extend their hunt for a domestic treble, while Guardiola and the club celebrate another Wembley success.