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Willian and Batshuayi shine as champs Chelsea say farewell to legend Terry

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Chelsea said farewell to John Terry during their cruise past relegated Sunderland.

Champions Chelsea thrashed relegated Sunderland 5-1 at Stamford Bridge on Sunday, and in doing so, they set a new Premier League record of 30 wins in a season.

An emotional John Terry made his final home appearance for Chelsea and he was afforded a superb tribute as the skipper was substituted in the 26th minute, mirroring the shirt number he has worn with distinction throughout his career.

Positives

The football may have been supporting act to Terry's farewell, nevertheless Chelsea proved their worthiness as title winners by responding to the shock of going a goal down inside five minutes by upping the ante and pulverising Sunderland.