Chelsea fans prefer Mike Penders against Sunderland in Premier League matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 8, 2026, 8:19 AM
Last updated Nov 8, 2026

As Chelsea prepares to face Sunderland in the Premier League, fans have expressed a strong preference for young Mike Penders to start. This comes as Emiliano Martínez's status remains uncertain, following his recent return to training after surgery. The community-backed lineup favors a 4-2-3-1 formation, with Penders earning 95% of support. Players like Wesley Fofana and Malo Gusto have drawn less confidence, while the remainder of the lineup reflects current injury concerns. The match is set to take place today.
- •Chelsea fans overwhelmingly support Mike Penders for the starting lineup.
- •Emiliano Martínez may not return to the starting XI today.
- •Team formation likely to be 4-2-3-1 with injury considerations.
- •Game against Sunderland is scheduled for today.
- 8:19 AMYahoo Sports — Chelsea fans’ preferred lineup against Sunderland: Depend on de Penders
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