Sunderland Shock Chelsea with Last-Second Winner!
What a night in London! Sunderland pulled off one of the shocks of the season as Chemsdine Talbi fired home a last-second winner to sink Chelsea 2–1 and silence Stamford Bridge.
Talbi’s Hero Moment
In the 94th minute, with the game seemingly heading for a draw, 20-year-old Moroccan talent Chemsdine Talbi ghosted into the box completely unmarked. Brian Brobbey did all the heavy lifting, muscling through two defenders before laying it off for Talbi, who calmly slotted past the helpless keeper. The away end exploded — Sunderland fans couldn’t believe what they’d just witnessed.
It was the kind of night that showed Chelsea’s vulnerabilities. For all their possession and intent, Enzo Maresca’s side still haven’t figured out how to kill off games that hang in the balance. If they want to climb higher than last season’s fourth place, they’ll need to learn how to handle opponents like Sunderland — fearless, sharp, and full of belief.
Sunderland Match Chelsea’s Style
From the start, Sunderland refused to sit back. They kept the ball well, pressed high, and moved it with confidence — something very few sides have managed to do at Stamford Bridge since Maresca took charge.
Chelsea struck first through Alejandro Garnacho, who netted his first goal for the Blues after a slick counterattack. The £40 million signing broke free down the left, danced past Nordi Mukiele, and slotted coolly between Robin Roefs’ legs.
But Sunderland weren’t rattled. Ten minutes later, Wilson Isidor pounced after a long throw from Mukiele caused chaos in the box. It wasn’t pretty, but it was effective — and it threw Chelsea completely off rhythm.
A Tactical Battle Full of Surprises
Chelsea’s plan was clear: switch the play, stretch Sunderland wide, and find openings. But Reinildo Mandava and the visiting defence were rock solid. On the other end, Marc Cucurella was one of the few bright spots, charging forward repeatedly and trying to create something out of nothing.
Still, the story of the night was Sunderland’s courage. While Maresca stuck to his philosophy, Regis Le Bris’ men embraced a mix of smart pressing, long throws, and quick transitions. And in the end, that bravery paid off — with Talbi’s late, dramatic finish sealing an unforgettable victory.
