Nottingham Forest host Chelsea at the City Ground in Nottingham today, Sunday, May 25th, 2025. The Premier League match is scheduled to kick off at 8:30 PM IST (4:00 PM BST). This is the final day of the Premier League season. This match is a crucial one for both teams, as they are fighting for a top-five finish and a potential UEFA Champions League spot for next season.
Nottingham Forest vs Chelsea Form (Last 5 Premier League Matches)
Nottingham Forest: W-D-D-L-L (Overall: 1 Win, 2 Draws, 2 Losses)
Chelsea: W-L-W-W-L (Overall: 3 Wins, 0 Draws, 2 Losses in the league, but they did win their Europa Conference League semi-final against Djurgården in midweek.)
Nottingham Forest vs Chelsea Head-to-Head (Last 5 Meetings)
- Oct 6, 2024: Chelsea 1 – 1 Nottingham Forest (Premier League)
- May 11, 2024: Nottingham Forest 2 – 3 Chelsea (Premier League)
- Sep 2, 2023: Chelsea 0 – 1 Nottingham Forest (Premier League)
- May 13, 2023: Chelsea 2 – 2 Nottingham Forest (Premier League)
- Jan 1, 2023: Nottingham Forest 1 – 1 Chelsea (Premier League)
In their last five Premier League meetings, there has been one win for Nottingham Forest, one win for Chelsea, and three draws. Chelsea have won only one of their last five visits to the City Ground in all competitions. However, Chelsea did win the last Premier League encounter between the two sides at the City Ground with a 3-2 victory.
Nottingham Forest vs Chelsea Team News
Nottingham Forest: Nottingham Forest will be without Taiwo Awoniyi, who is recovering from emergency abdominal surgery. Defender Murillo is a major doubt with an ankle issue, though manager Nuno Espirito Santo is optimistic about his fitness. Eric da Silva Moreira is also unavailable. Callum Hudson-Odoi is pushing for a start against his former club.
Chelsea: Chelsea will be without Nicolas Jackson (suspended). Wesley Fofana, Omari Kellyman, and Mykhailo Mudryk are sidelined with injuries. Aaron Anselmino is also dealing with an injury. Christopher Nkunku and Marc Guiu have returned to training, but it’s uncertain if they’ll be fit enough to start. Jadon Sancho and Romeo Lavia could be in contention for starting spots.
Nottingham Forest vs Chelsea Predicted Lineups
Nottingham Forest Predicted Lineup (4-3-2-1): Sels; Aina, Milenkovic, Murillo, Williams; Dominguez, Sangare, Anderson; Gibbs-White, Elanga; Wood.
Chelsea Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1): Sanchez; James, Adarabioyo, Colwill, Cucurella; Fernandez, Caicedo; Neto, Palmer, Madueke; Nkunku.
Nottingham Forest vs Chelsea Match Facts
- Nottingham Forest is currently in 7th place in the Premier League table with 65 points. A win for Forest, along with Aston Villa or Newcastle dropping points, could see them secure a UEFA Champions League spot.
- Chelsea is in 5th place with 66 points. A victory will guarantee them a top-five finish and a return to the Champions League, regardless of other results (assuming Aston Villa doesn’t produce an implausible goal-difference swing).
- Chelsea has won six of their last seven games across all competitions, including a crucial victory over Manchester United.
- Nottingham Forest has been strong at home, but they have not won in their last three home matches. They have also lost five of their last seven final-day home league games.
- This is the first time since 1960-61 that these two teams have met on the final day of a league campaign.
- Both teams will be pushing for a win, as a draw might not be enough for either to achieve their Champions League ambitions.
Nottingham Forest vs Chelsea Score Prediction
This match is a direct shootout for a potential Champions League spot, adding immense pressure and excitement. Chelsea has been in better form recently and will be highly motivated to secure their Champions League return. While Nottingham Forest has a strong home record and will have passionate support, their recent form has been inconsistent. Given the high stakes and Chelsea’s quality, they might just edge out a narrow victory. Prediction: Nottingham Forest 1-2 Chelsea.
Where to Watch Nottingham Forest vs Chelsea
The match kicks off at 8:30 PM IST today, Sunday, May 25th, 2025. Here’s how you can watch in India and other regions:
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- In India, the Premier League match will be live-streamed on the Disney+ Hotstar app and website. The live telecast will be available on the Star Sports Network.
- In the United States, you can watch the match on USA Network, Universo, Fubo, NBC Sports site/app, Telemundo Deportes En Vivo, and Universo NOW.
- In the United Kingdom, the match will be broadcast on Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Go, and NOW TV.
- In Canada, the match can be streamed on Fubo Canada.
- In Australia, the match will be available on Optus Sport.
- Check your local listings for other broadcasters in your region.
Looking for Free Ways to Watch?
For viewers seeking free live stream options, it’s advisable to check if any streaming services offer free trials that include access to channels broadcasting Premier League matches. Always ensure you are using legal and reliable sources for streaming to avoid any issues and to enjoy the highest quality viewing experience.
