Nottingham Forest Aims for First Premier League Win Against Chelsea

Nottingham Forest are set to resume their Premier League campaign on October 18th, 2025, aiming to secure their first win under new manager Ange Postecoglou. The Australian has endured a difficult start to his tenure, with Forest recording five defeats, two draws, and conceding 15 goals in their opening seven matches.

Postecoglou's side will face a stern test against a Chelsea team that defeated reigning champions Liverpool in their last outing before the international break. Chelsea counterpart Enzo Maresca will be looking to build on that result, despite being hampered by a growing injury list that could see up to nine players missing for the trip to the City Ground.

One key battle that could decide the outcome of the match is the midfield duel between Forest's Elliot Anderson and Chelsea's Moises Caicedo. The 22-year-old Anderson has been in impressive form for Forest, winning possession a league-high 55 times this season, while the combative Caicedo has been one of the most effective midfielders in the Premier League so far.

With both teams desperate for points, this clash at the City Ground promises to be a crucial encounter in the early stages of the 2025-26 Premier League season.