Nottingham Forest have clawed their way out of the Premier League relegation places. A thrilling 4-3 victory over all-but doomed Southampton was enough to edge them three points clear of Leeds and Leicester City. The trick now is to stay out of the drop zone after their final three games.
Next up for Steve Cooper's battlers is a trip to Chelsea, who finally managed to win under interim boss Frank Lampard when they went to Bournemouth last Saturday. Of course, Cooper and Co have struggled on the road this season, but went close at both Liverpool and Brentford in their most recent trips away from the City Ground. So will they finally seize the day at Stamford Bridge or will their woes continue?
All their principal relegation rivals - Everton, Leeds and Leicester - have home games this coming week, but none of them easy. Leeds entertain Newcastle on Saturday, Everton welcome champions-elect Manchester City to Goodison Park on Sunday while Leicester take on an erratic Liverpool at the King Power Stadium on Monday night.
So, this time next week, Forest could still be clear of the drop zone, even higher up the table or back in danger. But with a significantly inferior goal difference compared to most of their rivals, they will know that one slip could be fatal to their survival hopes.
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When does Chelsea vs Forest kick off?
The match, at Stamford Bridge, starts at 3pm on Saturday, May 13.
Is Chelsea vs Forest on TV?
The game will not be televised live in the UK due to the traditional 3pm fixture blackout on Saturdays. However, it will be broadcast internationally - you can find out where here. However, Sky Sports will upload key moments from the game to their YouTube channel and website shortly after the final whistle.
Because of the Eurovision Song Contest, BBC Two will air highlights of the game during Match of the Day on Saturday evening, starting at 10pm. The programme will be repeated on BBC One at 7.35am on Sunday.
How else can I follow the game?
You can also follow the action here at NottinghamshireLive . Our Forest reporter Sarah Clapson will be blogging live from the game, delivering team news, live match updates, player ratings, reaction and analysis. You can follow her on Facebook and Twitter.
BBC Radio Nottingham will also be broadcasting from the game with coverage starting at 2pm.
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