Chelsea miss out on Europe altogether after 2-1 defeat against Sunderland
Chelsea's disappointing season concluded with a 2-1 loss to Sunderland, resulting in their failure to qualify for European football next year. The defeat confirmed that Chelsea would finish 10th in the league, missing out on both the Champions League and Europa League. Sunderland's victory marked their return to European competition for the first time since 1973.
- ▪Chelsea lost 2-1 to Sunderland, ending their hopes of European football next season.
- ▪The defeat left Chelsea finishing 10th in the league table.
- ▪Sunderland secured their first European football spot since 1973 with this victory.
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