Awoniyi Sets Personal Scoring Record in Forest’s Chelsea Demolition at Stamford Bridge

Nottingham Forest stunned Chelsea at Stamford Bridge with a commanding 3-1 victory, powered by a brace from Taiwo Awoniyi.

Making only his second start of the season, the Nigerian striker struck twice to set a personal milestone, his third Premier League double since joining Forest in 2022.

It was also his second brace against Chelsea after netting twice in the 2-2 draw in May 2023 at Stamford Bridge.

Named Premier League Player of the Match, Awoniyi has now scored four times in 14 Premier League appearances this season, and his four goals in six games against Chelsea mark the most he has netted against any single opponent in the competition.

Forest seized control early, with Awoniyi opening the scoring before Igor Jesus doubled the lead in the first half.

Awoniyi added his second shortly after the restart, effectively sealing the win for Vítor Pereira’s side.

Chelsea’s hopes of a comeback were dashed when Matz Sels denied Cole Palmer from the penalty spot, capping a frustrating afternoon for the Blues.

The defeat leaves Chelsea’s league campaign in disarray, with European qualification through the Premier League now looking unlikely.

Their only remaining path to continental competition lies in the FA Cup, where they face Manchester City in the final. City, chasing a fifth consecutive league title, are already assured of a Champions League spot next season.

For Forest, the victory was a significant boost, moving them within six points of the top ten and underlining their growing confidence as the season heads into its final stretch.