Blues suffer controversial loss
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Sunderland secured a controversial 1-0 victory over Chelsea, lifting themselves out of the relegation zone in the Premier League. The winning goal came from Enzo Le Fee, who converted a penalty awarded to his side 10 minutes before halftime. Despite Chelsea's protest, VAR determined Cole Palmer's foul could not be penalized as it occurred outside the designated area.
Sunderland's manager, Regis Le Bris, was under scrutiny following a 2-0 Europa League loss earlier in the week, adding pressure to the French coach. Enzo Le Fee's penalty was only Sunderland's second win of the season, with Xabi Alonso's team currently in fifth place, two points shy of the top four. Chelsea's coach lamented missing Joao Pedro, who played a crucial role in their previous matches, and criticized his team's defensive performance, particularly in the final third.
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