Sunderland beat Chelsea in Premier League with Xhaka injury concern

Summarised from 2 outlets · 26 reports · Updated 10 Nov, 10:31 · Archive

Sunderland secured their second Premier League win of the season by beating Chelsea on Sunday. The victory came amid concerns over midfielder Granit Xhaka, who was forced off in the early stages. Switzerland have confirmed a decision regarding Xhaka's international break availability following the injury.

Manager Régis Le Bris explained the substitution and delivered a post-match message to the squad. Luke O'Nien revealed details of what happened behind the scenes after Xhaka's early exit, addressing conspiracy theories surrounding the decision. Sunderland players took a measured approach to celebrating the win, with Enzo Le Fée explaining why they would not be celebrating excessively. Chelsea goalkeeper Mike Penders delivered criticism of Sunderland's defensive approach in the aftermath of the defeat.

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• Eight reasons Sunderland fans can finally feel optimistic as Chelsea win changes everything for Régis Le BrisSunderland's victory over Chelsea has given Régis Le Bris plenty to build on, with several reasons for optimism ahead of Aston Villa.Sunderland Echo · 10 Nov, 11:30
• Chelsea goalkeeper Mike Penders fires '11-man' defensive dig at Sunderland after Stadium of Light defeatChelsea goalkeeper Mike Penders has delivered his verdict on Sunderland's defensive approach following Sunday's Premier League encounterSunderland Echo · 10 Nov, 08:00
• 'No, no, no' – Enzo Le Fée details why Sunderland players won't celebrate much-needed Chelsea victoryEnzo Le Fée has explained why Sunderland's players won't be celebrating their crucial victory over Chelsea.Sunderland Echo · 10 Nov, 07:00
• Luke O'Nien breaks silence on Sunderland fan boos and makes clear Régis Le Bris admission after ChelseaLuke O'Nien has addressed the pressure on Régis Le Bris and delivered an honest message to Sunderland fans following the Dinamo Zagreb boosSunderland Echo · 10 Nov, 06:00
• Regis Le Bris' Sunderland win rate compared to other Premier League managersRegis Le Bris’ record as Sunderland head coach compared to several of his Premier League rivals.Sunderland Echo · 9 Nov, 19:00
• Sunderland's new predicted Premier League finish after Chelsea winThe stats experts at Opta have updated their predicted final Premier League table.Sunderland Echo · 9 Nov, 18:01
• Phil Smith: I watched Sunderland's crucial win over Chelsea and these were my key conclusionsSunderland got back to winning ways in the Premier League against ChelseaSunderland Echo · 9 Nov, 17:01
• Ref Watch trio deliver verdict on three key flashpoints in Sunderland v ChelseaSunderland got back to winning ways with a narrow win over Chelsea on SundaySunderland Echo · 9 Nov, 13:10
• Granit Xhaka injury update as Switzerland confirm international break decisionThe Sunderland midfielder was forced off in the early stages of the win over Chelsea on SundayShields Gazette · 9 Nov, 12:42
• Granit Xhaka injury update as Switzerland confirm international break decisionThe Sunderland midfielder was forced off in the early stages of the win over Chelsea on SundaySunderland Echo · 9 Nov, 12:42
• Match of the Day pundits raise Brian Brobbey injury concern as BBC experts rave about Sunderland starBBC pundits praised Brian Brobbey's outstanding display against Chelsea but highlighted injury concerns after his substitutionSunderland Echo · 9 Nov, 12:00
• James Copley: My honest thoughts on controversial Granit Xhaka theories after Sunderland win against ChelseaGranit Xhaka has endured a difficult start to the season, but accusations surrounding the Sunderland captain's commitment have crossed a lineSunderland Echo · 9 Nov, 11:23
• Granit Xhaka's telling response to substitution drama and Jordan Henderson's classy Sunderland gestureThe moments you may have missed before, during and after Sunderland’s Premier League clash with Chelsea at the Stadium of LightSunderland Echo · 9 Nov, 10:00
• 95 amazing photos of passionate Sunderland fans celebrating Chelsea win – can you spot yourself?See if you can spot yourself in our gallery of Sunderland supporters enjoying a memorable win over Chelsea at the Stadium of LightSunderland Echo · 9 Nov, 09:43
• Enzo Le Fée delivers startling Sunderland dressing-room reality check and warning after Chelsea triumphEnzo Le Fée has delivered a stark Sunderland survival warning despite Sunday's crucial victory over ChelseaSunderland Echo · 9 Nov, 09:00
• Dion Dublin makes telling Régis Le Bris observation as BBC discuss Sunderland manager's futureBBC pundits discussed Régis Le Bris' position at Sunderland following Sunday's crucial victory over ChelseaSunderland Echo · 9 Nov, 08:00
• Chelsea boss delivered this verdict on what went wrong in Sunderland defeat and penalty controversySunderland returned to winning ways against Chelsea at the Stadium of Light on SundaySunderland Echo · 9 Nov, 07:00
• Régis Le Bris explains why he brought Chemsdine Talbi back into the Sunderland side for Chelsea winSunderland climbed off the foot of the Premier League table with a 1-0 win over Chelsea on SundaySunderland Echo · 9 Nov, 06:00
• 'Tweets being deleted' – Sunderland fans react to Chelsea win with strong Régis Le Bris messageSunderland supporters have reacted to the Chelsea victory, with Régis Le Bris, Jules Ahoka and Brian Brobbey dominating the conversationSunderland Echo · 8 Nov, 19:27
• Granit Xhaka sends clear social media message to Sunderland supporters after Chelsea win and early substitutionSunderland captain Granit Xhaka has broken his silence following his early substitution during the Black Cats' crucial Premier League victory over ChelseaSunderland Echo · 8 Nov, 18:16
• Roy Keane backs officials over 2 big calls in Sunderland's Premier League win against ChelseaThere were two big calls for the officials in Sunderland’s home win against Premier League rivals Chelsea on Sunday afternoon.Sunderland Echo · 8 Nov, 18:01
• Luke O'Nien lifts lid on Granit Xhaka's early Chelsea exit amid Sunderland conspiracy theoriesLuke O'Nien has revealed what Granit Xhaka did behind the scenes after his early exit against ChelseaShields Gazette · 8 Nov, 17:23
• Luke O'Nien lifts lid on Granit Xhaka's early Chelsea exit amid Sunderland conspiracy theoriesLuke O'Nien has revealed what Granit Xhaka did behind the scenes after his early exit against ChelseaSunderland Echo · 8 Nov, 17:23
• Régis Le Bris explains Granit Xhaka substitution and post-match message to Sunderland playersSunderland secured their second win of the Premier League season by beating ChelseaSunderland Echo · 8 Nov, 17:00
• Régis Le Bris explains Granit Xhaka substitution and post-match message to Sunderland playersSunderland secured their second win of the Premier League season by beating ChelseaShields Gazette · 8 Nov, 17:00
• Premier League release official statement on controversial Sunderland v Chelsea penalty callSunderland secured a crucial win over Chelsea on Sunday afternoonSunderland Echo · 8 Nov, 16:31

In this story: Sunderland · Chelsea · Granit Xhaka · Régis Le Bris · Luke O'Nien · Enzo Le Fée · Mike Penders · Switzerland

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