Buy Nottingham Forest vs Chelsea tickets for the 2026/27 Season, with the fixture scheduled for Saturday 28 November 2026 at 15:00 UK time at the City Ground in Nottingham. The Premier League has confirmed the match date, while Chelsea's published fixture notice says November broadcast selections are due later in September, so the 15:00 slot remains subject to television scheduling. For buyers, that makes seat choice and flexible travel planning equally important.
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The City Ground gives this match its character. Its compact four-stand layout keeps demand concentrated and buyers comparing Nottingham Forest tickets are choosing from a smaller pool than at many larger league grounds. The right listing depends on whether you value a central view, home atmosphere, grouped seating or a premium package.
Recent results add weight to the fixture. Chelsea have won the past three Premier League meetings at the City Ground, but Forest won the first Premier League meeting here 3-0 in 1993 and were also 2-0 winners in 1997. That history makes the November date more than a routine home game, especially for supporters who remember both eras of the rivalry.
The biggest pressure comes from the size of the usable inventory. Forest's members receive priority access to home league tickets and the club says more than 1,000 seats per game are listed on its Ticket Exchange on average. That still leaves a high-demand fixture exposed to tight supply once season-card seats, member purchases, away allocation and hospitality are separated into their own pools.
Chelsea bring a large travelling support and a club-controlled away allocation. For the October 2025 visit, Chelsea received 3,048 tickets at the City Ground and sold them through season-ticket-holder and member windows. That previous figure is useful context, not a promise for 2026/27, because the exact allocation can change from one season to another.
The scheduling window matters too. Saturday 28 November is confirmed on the league calendar, but the kick-off can still move when November television choices are announced. A switch away from 15:00 can alter travel patterns, hotel demand and the mix of buyers looking for hospitality, while the match itself remains the same scarce City Ground event.
Hospitality creates another demand channel rather than adding large amounts of standard seating. Forest has 2026/27 match packages on sale across products such as the Trentside Lounge, Museum Hospitality, suites and executive spaces. Those packages sit in home-supporter areas, so they are a premium alternative for Forest-supporting or neutral groups rather than a substitute for the Chelsea away end.
Yes, through a secondary marketplace. Forest's own route is membership-led: MyForest Pro receives first-priority home access, MyForest Plus second priority and MyForest Core third priority, with the Ticket Exchange available to members. The club also offers International Reds, which includes a limited allocation for selected home fixtures aimed at overseas supporters who need more time to arrange travel.
Membership improves access but does not make a seat automatic. Forest says all home fixtures reached third-priority MyForest Core access in the previous season and that the exchange averaged more than 1,000 listed seats per home league game, yet a specific stand, row or group size can still disappear before a buyer's preferred moment. A marketplace route lets non-members compare live listings by supporter area, quantity, delivery format and price.
Chelsea supporters face a different restriction. Away tickets distributed by Chelsea are controlled by that club's season-ticket-holder and member windows, with one ticket per eligible supporter used for the October 2025 trip. Anyone using resale inventory instead should choose a listing that is clearly marked for the visiting section if they intend to support Chelsea openly.
The current Forest membership ladder also shows why non-member buyers should compare routes early. MyForest Pro is priced at £99 and carries first-priority home access, MyForest Plus is £75 with second priority and MyForest Core is £45 with third priority. Pro and Plus are invite-only, while Core is the broadly available adult route. Those prices buy access priority rather than a guaranteed seat, so the value depends on how often you plan to attend.
For a one-match visitor, the practical comparison is therefore wider than face value against resale. Factor in the cost and eligibility of membership, the sales window you can actually use, whether your group can sit together and the certainty you need before booking transport. A supporter attending several Forest games may value membership differently from an overseas visitor whose entire trip is built around this one date.
Five factors drive resale pricing here: seat location, overall demand, the final kick-off slot, the position of the fixture in the league calendar and the hospitality tier attached to a premium listing. Group size matters as well because a run of four seats is harder to source than one single place. Treat the ranges below as a planning guide rather than a fixed tariff.
| Ticket Type | Resale Price Range | Best For | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upper tier / less central | £90 – £170 | Buyers prioritising entry | Less central Brian Clough or upper Bridgford positions can sit below premium longside pricing. |
| Longside standard | £125 – £240 | Balanced sightlines | Side-on seating in the Brian Clough or Peter Taylor stands usually carries stronger demand. |
| Lower tier / central | £150 – £290+ | Closer view of play | Central blocks and grouped seats can move above the entry range when supply tightens. |
| Premium seating | £220 – £420+ | Comfort and stronger location | Check whether the product is premium seat-only or includes lounge benefits. |
| Hospitality / VIP | £450 – £950+ | Hosted groups and occasions | Package content varies across lounges, museum formats, suites and executive spaces. |
Prices reflect typical resale ranges and may change as demand and availability shift closer to the match.
Forest's recent Category A club pricing provides useful face-value context without setting the resale market: adult home tickets for a high-demand league fixture were published at roughly £50 to £70. Resale listings can sit higher because they reflect live availability, the exact section, the number of adjacent seats and the timing of the purchase.
A lower headline number is not automatically the stronger purchase. Compare whether the listing gives an exact block, whether seats are guaranteed together and whether the delivery method suits your trip. A slightly higher listing with clear location and group terms can be more useful than a vague category that creates uncertainty later.
Pairs should also compare the per-person difference against the value of staying together. Two scattered singles can look lower-priced but create a different matchday from an adjacent pair, particularly for parents, first-time visitors or supporters travelling from overseas. If the listing guarantees grouped seating, treat that promise as part of the product rather than comparing it with an isolated single seat.
The City Ground seating plan is the best starting point for understanding the four sides before you compare listings. The stadium is not a uniform modern bowl, so height, stand age and angle vary noticeably from one section to another.
The wider City Ground tickets schedule is useful if your priority is attending this venue rather than one fixed opponent. For Forest against Chelsea, the main choice is between the side-on views of the Brian Clough and Peter Taylor stands, the Trent End atmosphere and the Bridgford end where the visiting section is located.
| Area | What It Suits | Pricing Bracket | General Guidance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brian Clough Stand upper | Broad side-on view | Mid to premium | The raised angle suits buyers who want to read the full shape of the game. |
| Peter Taylor Stand | Traditional longside view | Mid to premium | Central positions carry the strongest premium, with row and block affecting the final angle. |
| Trent End | Home atmosphere behind the goal | Entry to mid | A home-focused end where crowd energy matters more than a central tactical view. |
| Bridgford home areas | Behind-goal value and atmosphere | Entry to mid | Check the exact block because visiting supporters occupy part of this end. |
| Lower Bridgford Stand, visiting allocation | Chelsea supporters | Demand-led | Use only away-designated listings. The exact block and entrance details are supplied with the match ticket. |
| Premium and hospitality seating | Comfort and hosted matchday | Premium | Package benefits differ by lounge or suite, so compare the inclusions as carefully as the seat. |
For a neutral buyer, the Brian Clough upper tier is often the clearest compromise between elevation and price. Families should check whether the listing is in a safe-standing area, while Chelsea supporters should avoid any home-designated block if they plan to wear colours or support the away side openly.
Chelsea supporters are housed in the Lower Bridgford Stand visiting allocation. Chelsea received 3,048 places for the October 2025 league visit, including accessible tickets, although the 2026/27 figure can differ. Treat that number as historical context and rely on the supporter designation shown on the current listing for the November match.
Supporter segregation is part of the purchase decision. Forest's matchday guidance says hospitality areas are home-supporter spaces and away colours are not allowed in corporate sections. Home buyers should stay with Forest-designated stock, while Chelsea followers who want to wear colours or celebrate openly should use an away-designated listing rather than a lower-priced home seat.
The visiting allocation also explains why away inventory can behave differently from standard resale. Club-distributed Chelsea seats pass through loyalty and membership windows, while resale availability depends on what reaches the marketplace. If an away listing is the only acceptable option for your group, compare it as its own category instead of using a home-section price as the benchmark.
Forest's 2026/27 hospitality range includes products such as the Trentside Lounge, Museum Hospitality, Garibaldi Lounge, suites and executive boxes. The experience changes by package, so compare the included food, service, access window and match seat rather than assuming every premium listing is the same.
| Hospitality Option | Typical Buyer | Main Appeal |
|---|---|---|
| Trentside Lounge | Couples and small groups | A lounge-led matchday close to the main seating areas, with dedicated access points depending on seat location. |
| Museum Hospitality | Supporters wanting club heritage with premium service | A themed premium setting built around Forest history before the match. |
| City Ground suite | Business groups and hosted parties | Structured hospitality with private or shared space and premium match seating. |
| Executive box | Corporate groups and milestone occasions | Private hosting space, dedicated service and a controlled group environment. |
All of these products operate in home-supporter areas. That makes them suitable for Forest supporters, neutral guests and corporate groups who can follow the home-area rules, but not a way for Chelsea fans to bypass the away allocation while wearing visiting colours.
Arrive early enough to use what you have paid for. Forest's matchday information directs hospitality guests to designated lounge entrances and advises supporters to allow extra time before kick-off. A package loses much of its value if the group reaches the stadium only as the teams are coming out.
Delivery depends on the seller and can be different even for seats in the same stand. The practical checks are the format, release window, device requirements and whether any transfer must be accepted before matchday.
| Delivery Type | What to Check |
|---|---|
| Mobile transfer | Use an email address you can access, accept the transfer when instructed and open the credential before leaving for the ground. |
| Digital wallet ticket | Add the pass to the supported phone wallet and make sure the device has enough battery for entry. |
| PDF or e-ticket | Follow the seller's stated format and do not assume a screenshot is accepted unless the delivery notes say so. |
| Collection or arranged handover | Check the meeting point, collection window and identification requirements before travelling to Nottingham. |
Read the listing notes before paying, bring a valid photo ID and charge the phone that holds the ticket. If your group receives several digital credentials, decide before arrival whether they stay on one device or must be distributed to separate phones.
Large luggage creates a separate issue. Forest states that there is no storage facility for large bags at the City Ground, so visitors arriving from a train, airport or hotel checkout should arrange another place for luggage before heading to the stadium.
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Set the number of seats you need first so every listing you compare can serve your group.
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New buyers can create an account with an email address they can use throughout the delivery process.
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Choose the supporter area
Decide between Forest home seating, Chelsea's visiting allocation or home-side hospitality before comparing price.
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Compare stand and view
Read the stand, tier and block information and match it to the angle you want rather than sorting only by headline cost.
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Confirm seats together
If you need a pair or group, select inventory that explicitly states how the seats will be grouped.
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Check delivery terms
Confirm whether the listing uses mobile transfer, a wallet pass, e-ticket or another stated method and note the expected release window.
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Review the order total
Recheck the fixture date, quantity, supporter area, seat description, total cost and seller notes before payment.
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After purchase, use track order and keep the final entry instructions available for matchday.
International buyers should focus on delivery method, contact details and grouped seating. Digital formats remove the need for a UK postal address in many cases, but the seller may release the usable credential closer to matchday. Keep the email address and phone number on the order active throughout the process and make sure every traveller knows who holds the tickets.
Build flexibility around the fixture time. Saturday 28 November is on the published league schedule, while the 15:00 kick-off remains open to broadcast adjustment until November television selections are released. Forest's International Reds membership also provides a limited allocation for selected home fixtures, but overseas buyers using resale should judge the live listing on its own terms rather than assume that club membership inventory will be available.
The Premier League story at the City Ground began on 16 January 1993 with a 3-0 Forest win. Chelsea answered with a 1-0 victory in November 1994, the sides drew 0-0 in August 1995 and Forest won 2-0 in January 1997. Chelsea's 3-1 victory in February 1999 then became the final top-flight meeting here for almost twenty-four years because Forest dropped out of the Premier League at the end of that season.
Forest's return brought the fixture back on New Year's Day 2023, when the teams drew 1-1. Chelsea then won 3-2 in May 2024, 1-0 in May 2025 and 3-0 in October 2025, giving the London club three consecutive league victories at the City Ground for the first time. The November 2026 meeting therefore arrives with Chelsea holding the recent run and Forest carrying the two largest home wins in the Premier League series.
The contrast is what gives the fixture its shape: Forest won two of the first four home Premier League meetings and Chelsea have won five of the nine overall. The current City Ground record is not long enough to flatten into routine, and the long break from 1999 to 2023 makes the modern run feel like a distinct second chapter.
History data sourced from 11v11 match records, Chelsea club statistics and match reports, Nottingham Forest matchday information and Premier League fixture archives.
| Metric | Total |
|---|---|
| Matches played | 9 |
| Home wins | 2 |
| Away wins | 5 |
| Draws | 2 |
| Home goals | 9 |
| Away goals | 12 |
| Biggest home win | Nottingham Forest 3-0 Chelsea |
| Biggest away win | Nottingham Forest 0-3 Chelsea |
| First EPL meeting at current stadium | 16 January 1993 |
| Most recently played home EPL meeting | 18 October 2025 |
Scope: Premier League meetings at the City Ground with Nottingham Forest as the home team. Reverse fixtures, cup ties and pre-Premier League league meetings are excluded. Totals are calculated from the match-by-match record below.
| Date | Score |
|---|---|
| 18 October 2025 | Nottingham Forest 0-3 Chelsea |
| 25 May 2025 | Nottingham Forest 0-1 Chelsea |
| 11 May 2024 | Nottingham Forest 2-3 Chelsea |
| 1 January 2023 | Nottingham Forest 1-1 Chelsea |
| 20 February 1999 | Nottingham Forest 1-3 Chelsea |
| 11 January 1997 | Nottingham Forest 2-0 Chelsea |
| 23 August 1995 | Nottingham Forest 0-0 Chelsea |
| 19 November 1994 | Nottingham Forest 0-1 Chelsea |
| 16 January 1993 | Nottingham Forest 3-0 Chelsea |
Every result was cross-checked against 11v11 records and Chelsea's published head-to-head or match-report material, with the 2025 results also checked against current match archives. Rows are listed newest first.
Yes. Resale listings provide a separate route from Forest's MyForest priority windows and Ticket Exchange. Choose the correct supporter area and quantity before paying because access conditions still apply to home and away sections.
Buy when the live section, quantity and price fit your plan. Earlier inventory usually gives groups more choice, while later buying can suit a flexible solo supporter, but there is no guaranteed point at which resale prices will fall.
Chelsea followers should use an away-designated listing in the Lower Bridgford Stand allocation. Away colours are not allowed in Forest's corporate areas and supporting Chelsea openly from a home section can create entry or stewarding problems.
Delivery can use mobile transfer, a wallet pass, an e-ticket or an arranged handover depending on the listing. Read the stated release window and keep the device or email account used for delivery accessible on matchday.
Yes, when the listing clearly states that the requested quantity is grouped together. Overseas buyers should also keep travel flexible because the 28 November date is published but the current 15:00 kick-off can still move for television selection.
Sources used for factual checking include Nottingham Forest official membership, ticketing, hospitality and matchday information; Chelsea official fixture, away-ticket and historical records; 11v11 match records; and the Premier League fixture archive.
These are the other Nottingham Forest home league fixture pages available for the 2026/27 season. The Chelsea self-link is excluded.
These are the other live Chelsea away league fixture pages used here. The Nottingham Forest self-link is excluded. Arsenal, Brighton & Hove Albion and Fulham are omitted because those 1BoxOffice destinations are not currently usable.