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Premier League confirm Sunderland v Chelsea referee – and he has previous with the Black Cats

The Premier League have confirmed the team of match officials for Sunderland’s home game with Chelsea.

By Mark Carruthers · Sunderland Echo

Published: Saturday, 7 November 2026 at 11:00 AM

Key Things to Know

Jarred Gillett has been named referee for Sunderland's upcoming Premier League home match against Chelsea.
Sunderland have failed to win any of the five previous matches officiated by Gillett.
Gillett previously issued a controversial red card to former Sunderland captain Dan Neil, which prompted a PGMOL apology.

The Story in 60 Seconds

The Premier League has confirmed that Australian referee Jarred Gillett will take charge of Sunderland's home fixture against Chelsea on Sunday afternoon. Neil Davies and Nick Greenhalgh will serve as assistant referees, John Busby will act as fourth official, and Nick Hopton has been appointed as the Video Assistant Referee.

Sunderland have never won any of the five previous fixtures officiated by Gillett. His history with the Black Cats includes a 4-0 defeat against Middlesbrough, in which he controversially sent off Dan Neil, a decision that subsequently resulted in an apology from PGMOL.

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Premier League confirm Sunderland v Chelsea referee – and he has previous with the Black Cats

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