CHELSEA’S recent run of form has put them right in the mix for a Europa League spot – but relegation-battling Nottingham Forest have their own objectives.
Goals from Trevoh Chalobah and Nicolas Jackson inspired the Blues to a 2-0 win against bitter rivals Tottenham at the beginning of the month.
And Mauricio Pochettino’s side followed that up with a 5-0 hammering over West Ham just three days later.
As a result, Chelsea find themselves just three points behind 6th-placed Newcastle going into the weekend.
However, the Blues now come up against a Forest side who not only fighting for survival.
But they go into this match fresh from a huge 3-1 away win at already-relegated Sheffield United.
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When is Nottingham Forest vs Chelsea?
- Nottingham Forest welcome Chelsea to their home ground on Saturday, May 11.
- It is scheduled to kick off at 5:30pm BST.
- The City Ground is the allocated arena for this Premier League match and it can host approximately 30,445 passionate fans.
- Anthony Elanga’s 48th minute strike earned Forest a shock 1-0 win at Stamford Bridge in the reverse fixture.
What TV channel is it on and can it be live streamed?
- Nottingham Forest vs Chelsea will be broadcast LIVE on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League.
- Coverage is expected to commence from 5pm BST on both channels – 30 minutes before kick-off.
- Fans can stream the entire action on NOW TV through a mobile or any chosen tablet device.
- Alternatively, SunSport will have minute-by-minute coverage of this crucial match through our live blog.
What is the team news?
Nuno Espirito Santo’s only concern ahead of this huge Chelsea clash regards Neco Williams who has been sidelined due to a hamstring strain.
While Chelsea boss Mauricio Pochettino is expected to be without several key names once again.
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Enzo Fernandez (hernia), Ben Chilwell (knee), Reece James (hamstring), Robert Sanchez (muscle), Wesley Fofana (cruciate ligament), Romeo Lavia (thigh), Lesley Ugochukwu (muscle) and Carney Chukwuemeka (knee) could all miss the Forest trip.
What are the odds?
- Nottingham Forest to win 13/5
- Draw 14/5
- Chelsea to win 10/11
*Odds courtesy of Paddy Power are correct at time of publication
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
