"Chelsea are seeking five consecutive victories in all competitions when Sunderland are their visitors in the Premier League on Saturday. The Blues won 3-0 at Nottingham Forest last Saturday and thrashed Ajax 5-1 at home in the Champions League on Wednesday. Championship play-off winners Sunderland have made an excellent start to the season and are seventh following their 2-0 home win over Wolves a week ago. You can follow 101GreatGoals.com's live updates from Chelsea vs Sunderland in the Premier League here."
""They have shown they are a very good team," manager Maresca said of Regis Le Bris's players. "They play as a team. "They have the same points as us, so they are showing how good they are. It's a Premier League game and I don't think any game at this level is easy. "I've watched [them] since last season, when their manager arrived. They play good football and are quite strong physically, so I really like how are doing things."
Chelsea seek a fifth straight victory as Sunderland visit in the Premier League. Chelsea recently beat Nottingham Forest 3-0 and Ajax 5-1 in the Champions League. Sunderland, promoted via the Championship play-offs, have started the Premier League well and sit seventh after a 2-0 home win over Wolves. Chelsea face absences including Cole Palmer, Benoit Badiashile (out until December), Levi Colwill (long-term knee), Dario Essugo (hamstring) and suspended right-back Malo Gusto, while Liam Delap has returned to training but is not ready. Manager Maresca praised Sunderland's collective play and physical strength. Full Chelsea starting XI and substitutes were provided.
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