Chelsea FC hosted Nottingham Forest on Monday, May 4, 2026, in a key Premier League clash at Stamford Bridge, with the fixture drawing attention due to both teams’ contrasting form. Chelsea FC came into the match in ninth place, looking to end a five-game losing streak in the league. Nottingham Forest FC arrived with confidence after going unbeaten in six matches. The match started poorly for Chelsea, with Nottingham Forest taking a 2-0 lead into the break. Taiwo Awoniyi opened the scoring in the 2nd minute, heading in a cross from Dilane Bakwa. The second goal arrived in the 15th minute after a VAR check confirmed a foul in the box, with Malo Gusto penalized for pulling a shirt. Igor Jesus stepped up and converted the penalty to double Forest’s advantage. Chelsea had a brief moment in the 30th minute when Jesse Derry needed treatment after a collision with Ryan Yates. In the second half, Nottingham Forest secured a 3-1 win over Chelsea FC, finishing strong after extending their lead early in the second half. Awoniyi grabbed his second of the night in the 52nd minute, finishing from close range after a pass from Morgan Gibbs-White. Chelsea's Enzo Fernández remained central to their attack, contributing to their sole goal. The loss marks a continuation of Chelsea's struggles, with no league wins at Stamford Bridge against Nottingham Forest since 1998. Reece James and Levi Colwill returned to training ahead of the game, but it was not enough to change the outcome. Callum Hudson-Odoi has been sidelined for the remainder of the season. The result will be a disappointment for Chelsea FC, who held 62 percent possession but created limited chances.