Chelsea could be one of the surprise packages in the Premier League this season. The Blues were written off by many after a big-spending summer, but their solid form has seen them enter the conversation as a potential title contender.
Nottingham Forest’s excellent start to the campaign was ended last weekend with a home defeat against Fulham. But, the retuning Morgan Gibbs-White could enhance their chances of a return to form.
You can find the latest odds and our prediction for Chelsea vs. Nottingham Forest here.
Odds: Chelsea Odds-On to Secure Home Win
Chelsea will be a popular selection for soccer bettors this weekend after hitting form under Enzo Maresca. Nottingham Forest will be largely overlooked, as they bid to bounce back to form.
| Match Result | Odds |
|---|---|
| Chelsea | -209 |
| Draw | +390 |
| Nottingham Forest | +545 |
Chelsea Not Dominant in Recent Meetings
| Total | Chelsea | Nottingham Forest | Draws | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Games | 14 | 8 | 2 | 4 |
| Premier League Games | 10 | 4 | 2 | 4 |
| Goals | 37 | 25 | 12 |
Chelsea’s record against Forest hasn’t been overly strong since the East Midlands club returned to the top-flight.
The only win for the Blues was secured at the City Ground in May. Forest have taken four points from their last two league visits to Stamford Bridge.
🚨⚽ TIP: Over 2.5 goals has been a winning selection in two of the last three EPL meetings. (Over 2.5 Goals @ -110)
Chelsea Team News
Maresca has kept faith with the same players in the Premier League to this point. Only Reece James will be missing for the Blues in this home clash against Forest on Sunday.
Cole Palmer will be given the week off after not being included in the Europa Conference League squad for the clash with Gent in midweek.
Possible Lineup
Robert Sanchez (GK); Malo Gusto, Levi Colwill, Wesley Fofana, Marc Cucurella, Moises Caicedo, Enzo Fernandez, Noni Madueke, Cole Palmer, Jadon Sancho, Nicolas Jackson
Key Stat
Chelsea have won nine of their previous eleven matches in the Premier League since the start of May. No side has scored more goals or picked up more points over that period.
Nottingham Forest Team News
Morgan Gibbs-White returns to action this weekend after serving his one-match ban in last weekend’s defeat against Fulham.
However, Nuno Espirito Santo remains without midfielders Danillo and Ibrahim Sangare, with both expected to return in early 2025.
Possible Lineup
Mats Sels (GK); Ola Aina, Nikola Milenkovic, Murillo, Alex Moreno, Elliott Anderson, James Ward-Prowse, Morgan Gibbs-White, Nicolas Dominguez, Taiwo Awoniyi, Chris Wood
Key Stat
Playing on the road could be a big advantage for Forest this weekend. The East Midlands club have failed to win their last six at the City Ground, with last weekend’s defeat against Fulham being their third in that sequence.
Chelsea vs. Nottingham Forest Prediction
Forest may have taken four points from their matches against Chelsea last season, but it is hard to side with the East Midlands club this weekend.
The Blues have hit their stride since the opening day, and a fifth win in seven could see the title talk heat up in the capital.
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