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The Premier League is back in action with another set of matches this weekend as Nottingham Forest lock horns with Enzo Maresca's Chelsea at the City Ground on Saturday. The two teams have experienced contrasting fortunes this season and will be eager to secure a win in this game.
Nottingham Forest vs Chelsea Preview
Chelsea are in seventh place in the Premier League standings, but secured a big win before the international break. The Blues edged Liverpool 2-1 in their previous game and will look to achieve a similar result this weekend.
Nottingham Forest, on the other hand, are in 17th place, having struggled to make an impact this year. The home side slumped to a 2-0 defeat at the hands of Newcastle United in their previous game, extending their winless run under Ange Postecoglou.
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Nottingham Forest vs Chelsea Head-to-Head and Key Numbers
- Chelsea have a good historical record against Nottingham Forest. They have won 42 out of the 100 matches played between the two teams, compared to Forest's 27 victories.
- Nottingham Forest have won only one of their last eight matches against Chelsea in the Premier League, a 1-0 home victory in September 2023.
- Chelsea have won three of their last four matches away from home against Nottingham Forest in the Premier League and each of their last two.
- Nottingham Forest have lost four of their last five matches in the Premier League, failing to find the back of the net each time.
Nottingham Forest vs Chelsea Prediction
Chelsea have a point to prove going into this game. They will be without Cole Palmer, but the likes of Joao Pedro and Pedro Neto can be lethal on their day.
Nottingham Forest have been in poor form this season, and the gulf in class between the two teams is quite evident. Chelsea are the better team and should be able to win this game.
Prediction: Nottingham Forest 1-3 Chelsea
Nottingham Forest vs Chelsea Betting Tips
Tip 1: Result - Chelsea to win
Tip 2: Game to have over 2.5 goals - Yes
Tip 3: Chelsea to score first - Yes
