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Date published: May 20, 2025
Nottingham Forest FC
v Chelsea FC 
City Ground, Nottingham
Premier League Matchday 38 
25-05-2025 15:00
Nottingham Form
Chelsea Form
Date: 25/05/25
Kick-off time: 16:00
Venue: City Ground
Notts Forest host Chelsea at the City Ground on Sunday in a clash that could determine UEFA Champions League qualification, as both clubs face a high-stakes showdown on the final day of the Premier League season. With just one point separating them in the league table and only three European places left up for grabs among four clubs, the pressure is immense.
Nuno Espirito Santo has revitalised the Reds, guiding them to seventh in the table and potentially their first European qualification in nearly 30 years. Meanwhile, Enzo Maresca’s Chelsea side are fighting on two fronts: a league finish in the top five and a UEFA Europa Conference League final against Real Betis.
The atmosphere at the City Ground promises to be electric as both sides look to finish the season in style.
Notts Forest vs Chelsea team news brings key developments on both sides.
For Notts Forest, striker Taiwo Awoniyi remains sidelined with injury. Callum Hudson-Odoi, who came off the bench in the win over West Ham, could feature in the starting line-up against his former club.
Chelsea have two significant injury concerns: Wesley Fofana and Christopher Nkunku are both unavailable. Adding to their challenges, forward Nicolas Jackson will miss the game as he serves the second match of a three-game suspension.
Notts Forest vs Chelsea betting tips suggest a close and potentially cagey affair.
Forest may be buoyed by their recent win over West Ham, but they have struggled at home lately, failing to win any of their last three matches at the City Ground. Chelsea, despite an impressive run of form at home, have shown inconsistency on the road with three defeats in their last five away fixtures.
The BTTS (Both Teams to Score) market has landed in four of the last five meetings between these sides. Given Forest’s tendency to concede first and Chelsea’s attacking form, another BTTS outcome looks favourable.
Our Notts Forest vs Chelsea prediction points to a high-stakes draw.
Forest have shown resilience in recent weeks, with key attacking figures like Morgan Gibbs-White and Anthony Elanga proving decisive. At the same time, Chelsea’s attacking options, even without Jackson, have been finding form, most notably with victories over Liverpool, Fulham, and Manchester United.
Both teams are under immense pressure, and with Champions League qualification on the line, the match could see moments of brilliance met with tactical caution. We foresee a balanced encounter with little to separate the sides.
Match Prediction: Draw. Bet with bet365.
Our Notts Forest vs Chelsea score prediction leans toward a 1-1 draw.
Both clubs have much at stake, and while Chelsea may have a marginally stronger squad on paper, their away form and Forest’s ability to rise to big occasions at the City Ground suggest a draw is the most likely result.
Correct Score Prediction: 1-1. Bet with bet365.
Our Notts Forest vs Chelsea Over/Under goals prediction is leaning towards Under 2.5 goals.
Notts Forest have conceded just 15 goals in 18 home matches and kept eight clean sheets. Chelsea, while scoring 63 league goals overall, have averaged only 1.6 per game away from home and often tighten defensively in pivotal matches.
Over/Under Prediction: Under 2.5 Goals. Bet with bet365.
Our Notts Forest vs Chelsea Bet Builder tip combines value and probability in a high-pressure encounter.
Chris Wood has been instrumental for Forest this season, and with Chelsea missing Jackson, Forest may see more of the ball in dangerous areas. Chelsea’s attacking quality from midfielders like Cole Palmer and Conor Gallagher could also contribute.
Bet Builder Tip:
Bet Builder Tip: Under 3.5 goals, both teams to score – yes, and Chris Wood to score anytime. Bet with bet365.
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