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Joao Pedro nets 92nd-minute consolation as Chelsea fall 3-1 to Nottingham Forest

Pedro ends 51-day Premier League drought too late.

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What happened: Brazilian forward Joao Pedro scored in the 92nd minute at Stamford Bridge to pull one back for Chelsea, but the goal proved a consolation as Nottingham Forest won 3-1. The strike, including a brilliant bicycle-kick effort highlighted by the Premier League's official feed, was Pedro's first league goal for Chelsea in 51 days. Forest got off to a dream start in West London and held the lead throughout.

Why it matters: The defeat is a damaging Stamford Bridge result for Chelsea in a season where the club has already faced manager scrutiny and squad questions. Pedro's drought-breaking strike eases personal pressure but does little to mask Chelsea's home vulnerability against a confident Forest side pushing for a strong league finish. The result tightens the European race and reinforces Forest's credentials as one of the surprise packages of the campaign.

What to watch: Watch how Chelsea respond in their next league fixture and whether Pedro's late goal sparks a finishing run. Forest's form will be tested as they look to build on a marquee away win.

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