Chelsea made it three wins on the bounce against Nottingham Forest as an impressive second-half performance saw them claim a 3–0 victory in the Premier League at the City Ground.
The Blues underwhelmed during a tepid first half and could have been behind at the break after surrendering some terrific chances, but goals from Josh Acheampong and Pedro Neto shortly after the restart offered them a much-needed cushion.
Forest spurned several more glorious opportunities as they attempted to reduce Chelsea’s lead and were punished for their wastefulness in the closing 10 minutes as Reece James rattled home a third for the visitors from a corner. The only downside for the Blues was Malo Gusto’s late red card—their fifth dismissal in their last six matches including Enzo Maresca’s sending off against Liverpool.
The result moves Chelsea within striking distance of the Premier League’s summit. After the match, Forest sacked Ange Postecoglou. The Australian manager was without a victory since taking charge at the City Ground.
“Nottingham Forest Football Club can confirm that after a series of disappointing results and performances, Ange Postecoglou has been relieved of his duties as head coach with immediate effect. The Club will make no further comment at this time,” Forest announced on social media.
