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Chelsea
Chelsea
Premier League
1
VS
2
Predicted Score

Last update of insights: 08 May 2026

Nottingham
Nottingham
Final result
1 – 3
CoachAI prediction
1 – 2
✓ Outcome correct
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Match Insight

This is a high-stakes encounter for Forest, who need points to mathematically secure Premier League safety (3 points above the drop). For Chelsea, the focus has shifted to the FA Cup final under interim manager Calum McFarlane. The atmosphere at Stamford Bridge has been toxic during a 5-game league losing streak, which benefits the high-momentum visitors.

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Match Scenario's

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Scenario Explanation

1 draw (30% likelihood) if McFarlane's interim tactics provide defensive stability. Scenario 3: A narrow Chelsea win (25% likelihood) if Cole Palmer's return to the starting XI finally fixes their conversion issues.

Projected xG by CoachAI

1.87

Home xG

1.34

Away xG

Upset Chance

Very High

Risk of unexpected result

Chelsea FORM

0 W · 0 D · 5 L
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21/4 Brighton & Hove Albion FC 3-0 Chelsea FC L 1.90
18/4 Chelsea FC 0-1 Manchester United FC L 1.88
12/4 Chelsea FC 0-3 Manchester City FC L 1.92
21/3 Everton FC 3-0 Chelsea FC L 1.55
17/3 Chelsea FC 0-3 Paris Saint-Germain FC L 2.15

Nottingham FORM

3 W · 2 D · 0 L
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24/4 Sunderland AFC 0-5 Nottingham Forest FC W 1.34
19/4 Nottingham Forest FC 4-1 Burnley FC W 1.78
12/4 Nottingham Forest FC 1-1 Aston Villa FC D 1.35
22/3 Tottenham Hotspur FC 0-3 Nottingham Forest FC W 1.42
15/3 Nottingham Forest FC 0-0 Fulham FC D 1.22
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Key Factors

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Chelsea is experiencing a historic finishing crisis, underperforming their xG by -8.4 in 2026 despite creating high-quality chances (avg 1.88 xG).

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Nottingham Forest is in peak form (unbeaten in 6) and highly clinical on transitions, led by Morgan Gibbs-White who has 12 goal involvements in 2026 alone.

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Tactical mismatch on set-pieces: Forest is one of the league's most effective teams from corners, while Chelsea has conceded the second-most goals (11) from set-plays this season.

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Injuries & Absentees

Chelsea is without Estevao Willian (hamstring) and the suspended Mykhailo Mudryk. Although Reece James and Levi Colwill return to the squad, they are unlikely to start. Forest misses Callum Hudson-Odoi, but their main concern is fatigue and minor knocks to Murillo and Sangare following their Europa League semi-final victory on Thursday.

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Frequently Asked Questions about this prediction

What is the Coach AI prediction for Chelsea vs Nottingham?

Coach AI predicts a score of 1-2 with a win probability of 42% for Chelsea, 26% draw and 32% for Nottingham.

How does Coach AI predict this match?

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What data does Coach AI use for its predictions?

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