Chelsea
- Chelsea have won one and lost four of their last five games in all competitions.
- The Blues have won six, drawn five and lost six of their 17 home Premier League games this season.
Nottingham Forest
- Nottingham Forest have won three and drawn two of their last five fixtures.
- Their recent results have been particularly impressive with a 5-0 away win over Sunderland followed by a 4-1 home hammering of Burnley.
Head-to-Head
The clash between Chelsea and Nottingham Forest carries a little extra narrative weight this season as it was the Reds’ 3-0 away defeat to the Blues in the Premier League six months ago that led to Forest’s managerial change in the summer.
Key Players
- Key players to watch:
- Joao Pedro remains the focal point of their attack with 14 Premier League goals in 32 appearances this term and they should have the consistency and quality to edge this match at home.
- Morgan Gibbs-White is in form for the visitors with five of their last ten goals scored by the forward, who has 13 to his name in 34 league appearances this campaign.
Betting Insights
McFarlane’s side have failed to win their last two home games against Forest and a draw could be on the cards here with over 2.5 goals and Both Teams to Score - No both worth a gamble.
Prediction
However, Forest are on a high right now and Chelsea are not, so it could be a close game at Stamford Bridge .
