How to Watch Nottingham Forest vs Chelsea Live: TV Channel and Kick-Off Time for Premier League Showdown
As the Premier League resumes after the October international break, Nottingham Forest faces Chelsea in a much-anticipated clash. This match is particularly crucial for both teams, with Chelsea aiming for momentum and Forest seeking their first victory of the season.
Match Details
Nottingham Forest will host Chelsea on Saturday, October 18, with kick-off scheduled for 12:30 PM BST. The match will take place at the City Ground in Nottingham.
Viewing Information
Fans in the UK can watch the match live on TNT Sports 1 and TNT Sports Ultimate, with coverage beginning at 11 AM BST. Subscribers can also stream the game on discovery+.
Team News and Injury Updates
Nottingham Forest has a relatively healthy squad, though they face a setback with Ola Aina currently sidelined due to a hamstring injury. Additionally, Oleksandr Zinchenko and Douglas Luiz are both racing to regain full fitness.
Chelsea will miss head coach Enzo Maresca, who is serving a one-match ban. The squad also has injury concerns, with Cole Palmer out for six weeks because of a groin injury. However, Reece James is cleared to play, while Tosin Adarabioyo and Wesley Fofana return to the lineup. Benoit Badiashile will be out until December with a muscle issue, and doubts remain over Moises Caicedo, Enzo Fernandez, and Pedro Neto.
Predicted Starting Line-ups
| Nottingham Forest | Chelsea |
|---|---|
| Sels | Sanchez |
| Savona | Gusto |
| Milenkovic | Tosin |
| Murillo | Chalobah |
| Williams | Cucurella |
| Anderson | James |
| Dominguez | Lavia |
| Ndoye | Estevao |
| Gibbs-White | Buonanotte |
| Hudson-Odoi | Gittens |
| Jesus | Pedro |
Key Points to Watch
- Will Nottingham Forest secure their first win of the season against a formidable Chelsea side?
- How will Chelsea perform without their head coach?
- The return of key players like Reece James and their impact on the game.
This highly anticipated match promises to provide exciting football for fans tuning in from around the globe.
