In a thrilling Premier League encounter on Saturday, Anthony Elanga propelled Nottingham Forest to a 1-0 victory over Chelsea at Stamford Bridge. The 21-year-old Swedish forward, who joined Forest from Manchester United this summer, scored the game’s only goal, leaving a significant mark against one of the league’s giants.
The decisive moment came just three minutes into the second half. Taiwo Awoniyi intercepted a loose pass from Chelsea’s Moisés Caicedo and swiftly set up Elanga. With remarkable pace and composure, Elanga raced towards goal and slotted the ball past goalkeeper Robert Sánchez, igniting celebrations among the traveling fans.
“It’s an amazing feeling to score my first goal for Forest,” Elanga said after the match. “We’ve been working hard, and to get a win here is fantastic. We showed what we’re capable of as a team.”
Chelsea fought hard to find an equalizer, with Raheem Sterling and Nicolas Jackson coming close, but Forest’s defense held firm. Goalkeeper Matt Turner made several crucial saves to maintain his clean sheet.
Nottingham Forest manager Steve Cooper praised his team’s performance: “I’m incredibly proud of the lads. We stuck to our game plan, stayed resilient, and took our chance when it mattered. Anthony’s goal was top class, and it’s great to see him making such an impact.”
The victory marks Nottingham Forest’s first win at Stamford Bridge since January 1995 and propels them into the top half of the table. For Chelsea, the result adds pressure as they continue to seek consistency under new manager Mauricio Pochettino.
Elanga’s performance not only highlights his potential but also signals Nottingham Forest’s intent this season. As they continue to defy expectations, fans will be eagerly watching to see how far this spirited team can go.
