Nottingham Forest vs. Chelsea Prediction, Picks and Odds

Dimers' prediction and analysis for the Nottingham Forest vs. Chelsea Premier League match on October 18, 2025 includes win probabilities and picks for the biggest betting markets. Start your free 3-day trial of Dimers Pro for full access.
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Chelsea
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Oct 18, 7:30 AM ET City Ground
Nottingham Forest
Oct 18, 7:30 AM ET City Ground
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Score Summary
ChelseaCFC
J. Acheampong (49')
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P. Neto (52')
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R. James (84')
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M. Gusto (87')
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Live Probabilities
Win %
  • Nottingham Forest
    0.0%
  • Draw
    0.0%
  • Chelsea
    100.0%
Win Probability
Match Timeline
90'
Yellow Card
R. Sanchez (Chelsea) cautioned
89'
Yellow Card
(Chelsea) cautioned
87'
Red Card
M. Gusto (Chelsea) sent off for a second yellow card
84'
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Goal scored for Chelsea by R. James
3-0
81'
Substitution
Substitution for Chelsea: T. Adarabioyo replaces J. Acheampong
80'
Yellow Card
I. Sangare (Nottingham) cautioned
78'
Substitution
Substitution for Chelsea: replaces P. Neto
74'
Substitution
Substitution for Nottingham: C. Wood replaces O. Zinchenko
74'
Substitution
Substitution for Nottingham: N. Savona replaces Murillo
54'
Yellow Card
M. Gusto (Chelsea) cautioned
53'
Substitution
Substitution for Nottingham: C. Hudson-Odoi replaces Douglas Luiz
52'
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Goal scored for Chelsea by P. Neto, assisted by R. James
2-0
49'
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Goal scored for Chelsea by J. Acheampong, assisted by P. Neto
1-0
46'
Substitution
Substitution for Chelsea: M. Caicedo replaces R. Lavia
46'
Substitution
Substitution for Chelsea: J. Gittens replaces A. Garnacho
46'
Substitution
Substitution for Chelsea: M. Guiu replaces Andrey Santos
46'
Substitution
Substitution for Nottingham: Igor Jesus replaces T. Awoniyi
41'
Yellow Card
Morato (Nottingham) cautioned

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Nottingham Forest vs. Chelsea: Match prediction & analysis

Match overview

  • Teams: Nottingham Forest vs. Chelsea
  • Date: Saturday, October 18, 2025
  • Time: 7:30 AM ET
  • Venue: City Ground

Current betting odds

  • Moneyline: Nottingham Forest +220, Chelsea +130, draw +250
  • Total (Over/Under): 2.5 goals (-120/+118)

Dimers' win & correct score probabilities

  • Nottingham Forest: 23.7%
  • Chelsea: 53.7%
  • Draw: 22.6%

These probabilities are generated using Dimers' Premier League data model, which predicts the most likely outcomes for all major betting markets.

Most likely correct score: Nottingham Forest 1-1 Chelsea (10.5%)

Correct score projections are based on expected scoring patterns. A team can have a higher chance of winning overall, even if the single most likely scoreline is a draw or narrow result.

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Who will win Nottingham Forest vs. Chelsea? Prediction & correct score

Chelsea is the most likely winner of this match with a win probability of 53.7%.

The most likely correct score is Nottingham Forest 1-1 Chelsea.

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