Sunderland secure European spot after beating Chelsea
- On Sunday, Sunderland AFC defeated Chelsea FC 2-1 to secure a Europa League qualification spot, marking the club's first European qualification since 1973.
- Manager Regis Le Bris led his side to success exactly one year after the team won the Championship play-off final at Wembley, ascending from League One in four years.
- Trai Hume scored a 25th-minute volley before Malo Gusto's own goal doubled the lead; Chelsea's Cole Palmer pulled one back, but Wesley Fofana received a second yellow card.
- Defeat left Chelsea in 10th place, one point outside European qualification, confirming the Blues will play no European football next season as Xabi Alonso takes over as manager.
- Securing seventh place marks Sunderland's joint-best Premier League finish, while Europa League qualification provides a significant financial boost and ensures supporters keep Thursday nights clear from August onwards.
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Gary Neville sends warning to Xabi Alonso after Chelsea's defeat to Sunderland
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