Sunderland, Chelsea, Regis Le Bris, Trai Hume
24 May 2026
Sunderland completed a remarkable rise by beating Chelsea 2-1 to qualify for the Europa League. Four years after playing in League One, the newly promoted side finished seventh and secured European football for the first time in decades.
Trai Hume scored as Sunderland capped a season built on smart recruitment, strong home form and Regis Le Bris’ organisation. Their win over Chelsea completed another statement result and confirmed one of the league’s biggest overachievement stories.