Chelsea and Nottingham Forest lock horns at Stamford Bridge in a clash where motivation levels could prove decisive. As both sides should be happy with one point from the match, we predict a 1-1 draw. The Blues head into the match off the back of an FA Cup win over Leeds, but their league form has been poor, collecting just 0.90 points per game across their last 10 matches. Defensive issues remain a concern, with Liam Rosenior's men conceding 2.10 goals per game, while injuries to Estevao, Reece James, and Jamie Gittens limit their options.
Forest, meanwhile, are full of confidence after a dominant 5–0 win over Sunderland and are fighting hard to secure Premier League survival. Their recent form has been impressive, picking up 1.90 points per game, while their away record stands out at 2.20 points per game with 2.60 goals scored on average. Defensively, the Reds have also been solid, conceding just 0.70 goals per match.
As BTTS market aligns with recent attacking trends, we are tempted to bet on Both Teams to Score, alongside Over 1.5 goals and Draw (small stake).
This Premier League match will be played on Monday 4 May 2026 at 15:00.
What is our Chelsea vs Nottingham Forest prediction?
Our prediction for this match: Chelsea 1 - 1 Nottingham Forest
Chelsea vs Nottingham Forest Betting Tips
- Correct Score: 1-1 @ 700 Odds
- Both Teams to Score (BTTS): Yes @ -143 Odds
- Over / Under 4.5 Goals: Under 4.5 Goals @ -600 Odds
- Over / Under 3.5 Goals: Under 3.5 Goals @ -225 Odds
- Over / Under 2.5 Goals: Under 2.5 Goals @ 110 Odds
- Over / Under 1.5 Goals: Over 1.5 Goals @ -450 Odds
- Anytime Goalscorer: Cole Palmer @ 140 Odds
- First Goalscorer: Cole Palmer @ 500 Odds
- To be Booked: Dario Essugo @ 130 Odds
- Asian Handicap: Nottm Forest +1 @ -138 Odds
- European Handicap: Nottm Forest +2 @ -225 Odds
- Shots on Target (Home): Over 2.5
- Shots on Target (Away): Over 2.5
- Shots on Target (Total): Over 4.5
- Total Corners: 9 - 11 @ 162 Odds
- Double Chance: 1X @ -600 Odds
- Half Time/Full Time: X (Draw)/X (Draw) @ 550 Odds
- Clean Sheet: Chelsea - No @ -200 Odds
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View OfferChelsea Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | wllllwlllw | 0.90 |
| Home | llwllw | 1.00 |
| Away | wlll | 0.75 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 30% | 33% | 25% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 3.50 | 2.67 | 4.75 |
| Scored | 1.40 | 1.33 | 1.50 |
| Conceded | 2.10 | 1.33 | 3.25 |
| BTTS | 20% | 0% | 50% |
| Clean Sheets | 20% | 33% | 0% |
| Failed to Score | 60% | 67% | 50% |
| Expected Goals | 1.62 | 1.81 | 1.35 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.30 | 1.06 | 1.68 |
Nottingham Forest Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | ldwwddwwww | 2.10 |
| Home | lddwww | 1.83 |
| Away | wwdw | 2.50 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 60% | 50% | 75% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 2.30 | 1.67 | 3.25 |
| Scored | 1.80 | 1.17 | 2.75 |
| Conceded | 0.50 | 0.50 | 0.50 |
| BTTS | 40% | 33% | 50% |
| Clean Sheets | 50% | 50% | 50% |
| Failed to Score | 20% | 33% | 0% |
| Expected Goals | 1.54 | 1.64 | 1.39 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.25 | 0.99 | 1.63 |
Chelsea vs Nottingham Forest Head to Head Statistics (H2H)
Chelsea (60%)
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Nottingham Forest (10%)
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