Chelsea overcome Forest scare with 3-2 win to keep Europa League hopes alive

Chelsea edge past Nottingham Forest 3-2, to keep pressure on Newcastle and Manchester United for a place in the Europa League.

The successful comeback was made possible with Nicolas Jackson’s late goal, sealing a dramatic win at the City Ground.

Despite the defeat, the atmosphere at the City Ground was electric, with Forest fans celebrating their team’s survival in the Premier League.

Chelsea opened scoring with a goal from Mykhailo Mudryk, courtesy of a fine assist from Cole Palmer, who now has 10 assists in the league this season.

However, Forest responded quickly, with Willy Boly’s header deflecting off Conor Gallagher to level the score.

Forest had several opportunities to take the lead, but Chris Wood and others failed to capitalize on the chances.

Meanwhile, Callum Hudson-Odoi came close to scoring against his former club with an effort that struck the crossbar.

It was still Hudson-Odoi who eventually put Forest ahead with a stunning curling shot, however, Raheem Sterling equalized for Chelsea, leveling the score at 2-2.

As the match seemed destined for a draw, Nicolas Jackson emerged as the hero for Chelsea, heading in Reece James’ delivery to seal the win for the Blues in the dying minutes of the encounter.