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Awoniyi's Brace Leads Nottingham Forest Past Chelsea 3-1

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Awoniyi's Brace Leads Nottingham Forest Past Chelsea 3-1

On Monday, Nottingham Forest achieved a significant 3-1 victory over Chelsea at Stamford Bridge, bolstered by Nigerian striker Taiwo Awoniyi, who marked his 100th appearance for the club with two goals. Forest took an early lead within the first two minutes, and shortly after, Igor Jesus converted a penalty to double their advantage.

Chelsea's Cole Palmer missed a penalty that could have shifted the match's momentum. In the second half, Awoniyi struck again, extending Forest's lead.

Chelsea's Joao Pedro managed a late consolation goal with a spectacular overhead kick, but the defeat leaves Chelsea struggling in ninth place, facing the possibility of missing out on European qualification after suffering six consecutive league defeats. Meanwhile, Nottingham Forest's victory moves them six points clear of the relegation zone, strengthening their chances of securing Premier League survival with three matches remaining.

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