Nottingham Forest vs Chelsea Prediction: 11/5/2024

After securing a 3-1 victory against Sheffield United, Nottingham Forest is on the brink of achieving Premier League promotion. They head into their upcoming match against Chelsea in the season’s second-to-last round, buoyed by their recent performance. Despite the potential for a challenging game, Forest would be satisfied to walk away with a draw. Nuno Espirito Santo, the Forest manager, is expected to keep the same lineup that succeeded last weekend, provided there are no new injuries.

On the other side, Chelsea, under the management of Mauro Pochettino, recently delivered an impressive 5-0 win over West Ham United, keeping their hopes for a Conference League spot alive. With Chelsea’s propensity for an offensive approach, it’s anticipated that both teams will score in this encounter. Chelsea will be missing several key players due to injuries, including Enzo Fernandez, Benjamin Chilwell, Reece James, Wesley Fofana, and Carney Chukwuemeka. However, Christopher Nkunku, now recovered, is expected to be an option from the bench.

The match is predicted to end in a 1-1 draw, reflecting both teams’ current form and strategic approaches.