PL: Chelsea will not play in the European Cup next season

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By: Manu Tournoux

PL: Chelsea will not play in the European Cup next season

Chelsea concluded their Premier League season with a real nightmare on the Sunderland pitch (1-2). Already left behind, the Blues collapsed to 10th place in the ranking and said goodbye to Europe, just one year after winning the Conference League. The residents of Stamford Bridge sealed their own destiny after the opening score of Trai Hume (25th), weighed down by an own goal from Malo Gusto (48th) then by the expulsion of Wesley Fofana (62nd), making the reduction in the score of Cole Palmer (56th) completely anecdotal.

Conversely, this historic outcome brings immense happiness to Sunderland. The newly promoted Championship team achieved the feat of overtaking Chelsea, Brentford and Brighton on this final day to secure an unexpected qualification for the Europa League. Thanks to this perfect heist, the Black Cats are preparing to compete in a European competition for the very first time in their history, plunging the Stadium of Light into ecstasy. Brighton will go to the Conference League.

Manu Tournoux

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Manu Tournoux is a passionate and knowledgeable football enthusiast with a special focus on French football. Born and raised in France, Manu discovered his love for the beautiful game at a young age and developed a deep understanding of the ins and outs of "Le Championnat." His French roots and extensive experience in football journalism have made him an invaluable asset to the French Football Weekly team. As an author for the website, his expertise includes not only in-depth analysis of Ligue 1 and Ligue 2 matches but also insightful profiles of up-and-coming talents, detailed transfer news, and engaging coverage of the French national team. His captivating writing style and undeniable passion for the game have earned him a loyal following among our readers. When he's not crafting engaging articles for French Football Weekly, Manu enjoys attending live matches whenever he can, exploring football culture in various French cities, and engaging in spirited debates with fellow fans.