LiontipsNottingham Forest vs Chelsea. Prediction and Betting Tips for 2022-23 English Premier League (January 1, 2022).
Command Analysis
Steve Cooper probably hopes that the first day of 2023 will bring his side good luck. Earlier this week, Nottingham Forest lost to Manchester United (0:3), which was their 9th defeat in this season. Nevertheless, the Welsh coach is hopeful and intent to retain the residence in the elite.
The Tricky Trees got 11 of their 13 points at home, and they will strive to capitalize on home advantage tonight. After 16 games, Nottingham Forest are in 19th place in the standings; they have the worst attacking record in the league with just 11 goals in 16 games.
Biancone, Richards, Kouyate, Niakhate have been ruled out of this fixture.
Chelsea ended their winless run of five games and got a (2:0) victory over Bournemouth. The Blues couldn't make it past Man City in the round of 16 of the League Cup, but progressed to the Champions League playoffs.
Graham Potter's men showed great attitude and character, and they will be looking to strengthen their standings. At the moment, the Londoners are in 8th place with 24 points. They have scored only 19 goals in 15 games.
There's quite a long list of injuries for the Blues - Kante, James, Fofana, Chilwell, Loftus-Cheek, Broja, and Kovacic won't feature in the upcoming game.
Trends
СтавкаCorrect score 1:3
The last 4 head-to-head games were tied.
СтавкаGoals in both halves - yes
In 3 of the last 5 head-to-head games, goals were scored in both halves.
СтавкаCorners: total under 9.5
In 2 of the last 4 head-to-head games, this bet won.
СтавкаYellow cards: total over 3
This bet won in 2 of the last 4 head-to-head games.
Tip and bets
Chelsea and Nottingham Forest have met five times in the 21st century, and the Blues have dominated in every one of those games. Moreover, they scored 14 goals against Forest in those five meetings. We expect Chelsea to get a comfortable win.
Our prediction — Asian handicap (-1) to Chelsea
We hope to see beautiful football and bold attacks from both sides, but probably the Tricky Trees won't be able to withhold Chelsea's offense. We predict a two-goal victory for the visiting team.
Second bet — Chelsea to win by 2 goals
