| Odds via Tonybet | |
|---|---|
| Nottingham Forest vs Chelsea FC odds | Saturday, October 18, 2025, 7:30 AM EDT |
| Nottingham Forest odds | +260 |
| Chelsea FC odds | -108 |
| Draw | +265 |
| Both teams to score | Yes -107, No -115 |
Nottingham Forest vs Chelsea FC Team News
Nottingham Forest Team News
Projects can be difficult to build and easy to destroy. After an excellent season in the Premier League, where the team finished in the top six, it only took two months for Nottingham Forest to be plunged into institutional chaos.
Club owner Evangelos Marinakis fell out with Nuno Espirito Santos, which led to the manager’s sacking at the beginning of the season. Even worse, Marinakis appointed Ange Postecoglou as his successor, marking a U-turn in their methodology.
The former Tottenham coach is known for playing risky high lines, which Nottingham Forest players were not accustomed to. The result? Not a single victory in the last month.
The work continues back at base. 💪 pic.twitter.com/BCFOaBzyHQ
— Nottingham Forest (@NFFC) October 10, 2025
Last week, a report by The Telegraph claimed that Marinakis is considering sacking Ange due to the squad’s poor performances. Once again, the rumoured successor would mark major changes in the team’s philosophy.
Sean Dyche, another manager known for his defensive approach, is believed to be the chosen one. In fact, he’s been unemployed since he was sacked by Everton earlier this year
The Tricky Trees are now in 17th place (out of 20), with only one victory in seven Premier League matches. Douglas Luiz has been sidelined with an injury, while Oleksandr Zinchenko and Ola Aina are awaiting medical clearance.
Nottingham Forest predicted lineup vs Chelsea FC (3-4-3): Sels; Morato, Milenković, Jair; Williams, Anderson, Yates, Savona; Ndoye, Wood, Gibbs-White.
Chelsea FC Team News
Chelsea’s last two months have been marked with inconsistency, as the club defeated Liverpool 2-1 two weeks ago, but also dropped points against Brighton in a 1-3 defeat.
A big part of it can be attributed to injuries. The most important absentee is Cole Palmer, who was initially expected to only be out for a few weeks, but his absence has extended much longer.
On the move. ⚡️ pic.twitter.com/wIPmmL9ksS
— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) October 13, 2025
A crucial part of the attack, the Englishman has disrupted Maresca’s plans with his unavailability. Yet it hasn’t only been him: in total, the Blues may have at least ten players who are either injured or recovering from injury ahead of the match against Forest.
Levi Colwill, Dário Essugo, Liam Delap, and Wesley Fofana will be sidelined through injury. Tosin Adarabioyo, Andrey Santos, Enzo Fernández, Reece James, and Cole Palmer are still awaiting medical clearance. Finally, Mykhaylo Mudryk remains suspended.
Chelsea FC predicted lineup vs Nottingham Forest (4-2-3-1): Sánchez; Cucurella, Badiashile, Chalobah, James; Caicedo, Gusto; Garnacho, Fernández, Neto; Pedro.
Nottingham Forest vs Chelsea FC Main Match Info
- Date and Kickoff Time: Saturday, October 18, 2025, 7:30 AM EDT
- Stadium: City Ground
- Location: Nottingham, England
- Last match: Nottingham Forest 0:1 Chelsea FC (May 25, 2025, Premier League)
Nottingham Forest vs Chelsea Prediction, Odds
- Prediction: Chelsea to win
- Odds: -108 (Tonybet)
- Correct score prediction: Nottingham Forest 0-3 Chelsea
Chelsea have won most of their away encounters in recent years against Nottingham Forest, but they’ve rarely finished with a goal difference greater than one. This could be the opportunity to do so, despite the multiple injuries, as the Tricky Trees continue to struggle amid institutional turmoil.
While Cole Palmer should be rested, Maresca can count on Garnacho and Pedro to make the difference on Saturday. As Ange prefers a three-at-the-back setup, Milenković is expected to be targeted, as he’s struggled when playing under pressure.
Nottingham Forest vs Chelsea FC Betting Tip
- Pick: Chelsea to keep a clean sheet
- Odds: +254 (Tonybet
Chelsea keeping a clean sheet isn’t a common occurrence. Over the past two months, it’s only happened twice — once against Benfica (1-0) in late September in the Champions League and once in the Premier League against Fulham (2-0) in late August.
This is partly due to Sánchez’s disappointing performances, but also the inexperience of the squad. Maresca coaches one of the youngest teams in the league, which often leads to erratic decision-making under pressure. However, given Forest’s defensive issues since Ange’s appointment, Chelsea have a genuine chance to keep a clean sheet this time.
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