Sunderland vs Chelsea LIVE: Premier League result, latest updates and fan reaction - Black Cats into the Europa League after final day victory

Wesley Fofana’s sending off as Chelsea chased the game did little to help, and the Blues will now play no European football as Xabi Alonso takes over the team next season.

Sunderland have enjoyed an exceptional return to top-flight football, sitting comfortably in tenth place.

The battle for European football is heating up, with nine Premier League clubs still in contention for a place in a European competition next season.