- Date and Time: October 6, 14:00 GMT+1
- Venue: Stamford Bridge, London, England
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| Chelsea vs Nottingham Forest | October 6, 14:00 GMT+1 |
| Chelsea odds | 1.47 |
| Nottingham Forest odds | 6.2 |
| Draw | 4.7 |
| Over\Under | Total 2,5: 1.5/2.29 |
Chelsea vs Nottingham Forest Preview
Chelsea
Chelsea will be playing against a team that prefers to defend with a low block for the first time this season. The Blues are currently in the top 4 of the Premier League mainly because of their ability to overcome strong pressing and exploit opponents’ high defensive lines.
In their recent clash with Brighton, Cole Palmer demonstrated his exceptional vision, playing incisive passes behind defenders while the likes of Nicolas Jackson, Noni Madueke, and Jadon Sancho timed their runs into the box perfectly. Palmer also found space himself, adding to his goal tally.
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— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) October 4, 2024
Similar situations have occurred in previous matches, where Chelsea players, through competent tactical adaptations to their opponents, created optimal opportunities for quick attacks.
Enzo Maresca is known for his possession-based style of play without taking unnecessary risks. However, at the start of this season with Chelsea, the Italian coach seems inclined to employ vertical attacks, allowing Chelsea to capitalize on their attacking strengths.
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— When Christo Scores (@ChristoScores) October 3, 2024
In the match against Nottingham Forest, Chelsea will likely find it difficult to find space behind the defenders, as Nuno Espírito Santo’s team defends very organized in a low defensive block.
Therefore, Chelsea will face a serious test in their ability to build positional attacks and create free space on the opponent’s half through their own maneuvers.
In such a situation, Cole Palmer, Jadon Sancho and Christopher Nkunku could be particularly useful, as they possess excellent dribbling skills in tight spaces and can make a difference through creative passes.
| Recent Form | WWWWD |
| Key Players to Watch | Cole Palmer, Jadon Sancho, Christopher Nkunku |
| Team Strengths | Great play against teams with high defensive line |
| Team Weaknesses | Unstable play in defence and attack |
| Key Injuries and Suspensions | Reece James (Thigh Injury) |
Nottingham Forest
Nottingham Forest currently holds the second position in the Premier League for the number of goals conceded and the fifth position for expected goals conceded, indicating a high level of defensive organization.
In mid-September, Forest stunned Liverpool at Anfield, securing a vital three points in what was one of their standout performances this season. Following that, there was a 2-2 draw with Brighton and a 0-1 loss to Fulham.
Our October 🗓️ pic.twitter.com/9sb2ijNCTx
— Nottingham Forest (@NFFC) October 2, 2024
In their most recent home match, Forest played in a highly defensive style against Fulham for an extended period, resulting in minimal dangerous moments for both sides.
However, the Cottagers earned a penalty, which Raúl Jiménez converted in the 52nd minute. This caused Nottingham to adopt an attacking approach towards the end of the match, and they had opportunities to score at least one goal.
Heading to the capital on Sunday 🛣️ pic.twitter.com/QYDf6v8iOE
— Nottingham Forest (@NFFC) October 2, 2024
The problem is that sometimes Nuno Espírito Santo selects a lineup that is too defensive, causing the team to play with an unbalanced focus on defense. Nottingham’s defenders often make mistakes, and this overly defensive style leads to the loss of points.
After the loss to Fulham, Nuno Espírito Santo may opt for a more aggressive lineup in their next fixture, with players like Callum Hudson-Odoi, Anthony Elanga, and Morgan Gibbs-White likely to feature.
These attackers could provide much-needed creativity and pace on the counterattack, offering Forest a better chance to hit back against stronger opposition.
| Recent Form | LDWDL |
| Key Player to Watch | Callum Hudson-Odoi |
| Team Strengths | Counterattacking play |
| Team Weaknesses | Realization of dangerous moments |
| Key injuries and Suspensions. | Danilo (Ankle/Foot Injury), Ibrahim Sangare (Thigh Injury) |
Chelsea vs Nottingham Forest Head-to-Head Statistics
In the last two matches at Stamford Bridge, Chelsea failed to defeat Nottingham Forest. Their first meeting ended in a 2-2 draw, and last season, the Tricky Trees beat the London club on their home ground with a score of 1-0.
However, in the second half of the last season, Chelsea secured a 3-2 victory on Nottingham’s field.
Chelsea vs Nottingham Forest Player Focus
Cole Palmer scored four goals against Brighton in the last match and is a key player for the team. It’s also worth noting Jadon Sancho, who completed seven successful dribbles out of nine attempts and earned a penalty for his team in the 28th minute.
Cole Palmer’s unstoppable free-kick against Brighton & Hove Albion is one of eight #PL strikes up for Goal of the Month. 🎯
Vote for Cole now. ⬇️
— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) October 3, 2024
Sancho is very effective at attacking the penalty area with his dribbling or combining with teammates. He can also swiftly shift from the left flank to the center for a shot or pass into a dangerous area. If Sancho demonstrates consistency, he could become one of the main stars in the Premier League.
For Nottingham, it’s especially worth highlighting Callum Hudson-Odoi, who scored the winning goal against Liverpool in mid-September.
Super Callum Hudson-Odoi 🎶 pic.twitter.com/3ODJ6cEdEm
— Nottingham Forest (@NFFC) September 27, 2024
The former Chelsea player is incredibly dangerous in fast, space-oriented attacks and also excels at beating opponents in slow positional attacks. It’s interesting to see if Nottingham’s coach will use Hudson-Odoi from the first minutes of the match.
Chelsea vs Nottingham Forest Preview, Tactical Analysis
Most likely, the guests will defend in a low block, tightly covering the central area in a 4-4-2 / 4-5-1 formation and trying to launch quick counter-attacks from time to time.
The hosts will need to utilize the width in their attacks, as central attacks are at risk of being neutralized otherwise.
Chelsea vs Nottingham Forest Prediction
- Football Pick: Total Under 4
- Odds: 1.28 (22Bet)
- Score prediction: Chelsea 1-1 Nottingham Forest
Chelsea is in great shape after a series of three wins in the Premier League, but this time, their opponents are likely to defend more solidly than Brighton, West Ham, and Bournemouth. Therefore, it’s quite difficult to predict how prepared the Londoners are for a confident victory in this match.
It’s also possible that the visitors will be able to repeat their success from last season at Stamford Bridge. Especially considering that this season Nottingham managed to defeat the current top team in the Premier League – Liverpool.
Therefore, a safer bet is that the teams will not score more than three goals in this match.
Chelsea vs Nottingham Forest Prediction, Betting Tip
- Football Pick: Player To Score Or To Provide An Assist. Cole Palmer
- Odds: 1.28 (22Bet)
Cole Palmer is in great shape and will undoubtedly be a key player for Chelsea against Nottingham Forest. We can assume that he will make an assist or score a goal against the opponents.
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