Chelsea Secure Thumping Win at Forest
Chelsea's Josh Acheampong scored his first senior goal, sparking a second-half surge that led to their victory at the City Ground.
The Blues were outplayed in the first half but managed to stun Ange Postecoglou's struggling side with two quick goals after the break. Acheampong's 49th-minute header opened the scoring, followed by Pedro Neto doubling the lead.
- Acheampong scored his first senior goal in the 49th minute.
- Pedro Neto doubled the lead after Acheampong's goal.
- Reece James added a third goal late in the match to secure the points.
Despite the win, Chelsea ended the match with 10 men after Malo Gusto was sent off late on. Forest could have scored two or three goals themselves but were ultimately punished by Chelsea's second-half flurry.
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Author's summary: Chelsea wins at Forest with Acheampong's first goal.