Chelsea vs Nottingham Forest: Kick-off time, how to watch, team news

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Nottingham Forest are looking to recover from their first setback of the season when they take on Chelsea on Sunday.

Nuno Espirito Santo’s side were beaten for the first time in the Premier League last weekend when they lost 1-0 at home to Fulham.

The Reds were beaten at the City Ground and now face an even tougher test against a rejuvenated Chelsea side.

Cole Palmer scored four goals for the west London club last time out but Enzo Maresca’s men have had less time to prepare after their Conference League game against Gent.

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Chelsea vs Nottingham Forest kick-off time

Due to Chelsea’s European commitments, Forest play the Blues at Stamford Bridge on Sunday, with kick-off at 2 PM BST.

• Date: Sunday 6 October 2024
• Kick-off time: 2 PM BST
• Stadium: Stamford Bridge, London, UK

How to watch Chelsea vs Nottingham Forest

UK viewers won’t be able to watch a live broadcast of the game after it wasn’t picked for TV selection.

Highlights are usually available to watch straight after the game on the club’s social media channels, as well as on YouTube and Sky Sports.

Alternatively, BBC Radio Nottingham will have live audio coverage of the game.

Nottingham Forest team news

Danilo and Ibrahim Sangare are still long-term absentees for the Reds and won’t be available anytime soon.

Morgan Gibbs-White will be a welcome boost back to the squad despite fears that he may have to miss two games due to his red card against Brighton & Hove Albion.

Willy Boly was an unused sub after recovering from a calf problem and could come into the starting XI.

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Chelsea team news

The Blues have had far less time to recover after their Conference League exploits.

Palmer, Wesley Fofana, Enzo Fernandez, and Nicolas Jackson are all likely to start for Maresca’s side.

Reece James and youngster Omari Kellyman are the only two players unavailable due to injury.

Predictions

Given the starts both sides have had, it’s fair to say that this will be a close one to call.

Forest have looked tough to beat on the road and under Nuno Santo, their counter-attacking style on the road could prove to be a weapon against Chelsea’s possession-focused tactics.

However, a draw would still be more than respectable enough.