Josh Acheampong Shines as Chelsea Cruise to 3–0 Win Over Nottingham Forest

Chelsea secured a convincing 3–0 victory over Nottingham Forest this afternoon, though the match began with a few anxious moments for the Blues.

The first half saw some defensive uncertainty, particularly as academy graduates Josh Acheampong and Trevoh Chalobah lined up together at the back. However, both players grew into the game, with Acheampong standing out as one of the afternoon’s brightest performers.

The young defender delivered an impressive display, combining composure in possession with defensive solidity. His powerful header to open the scoring highlighted his aerial strength and confidence, while his willingness to push forward and contribute creatively demonstrated a maturity beyond his years. Acheampong completed seven defensive contributions and won 100% of his aerial duels, underlining his dominance at both ends of the pitch.

Former Chelsea player Jason Cundy was full of praise for the youngster on the club’s official app, saying:

“Acheampong has had another solid game. Every time I watch him, I come away impressed. He’s confident carrying the ball beyond the halfway line, technically excellent, and a real young prospect who has never let Chelsea down.”

Acheampong’s performance embodied the quality emerging from Chelsea’s academy and the growing trust placed in its graduates. His development continues to be a positive story for the club, and his composure alongside Reece James in the post-match interview reflected a player comfortable with the spotlight. With displays like this, Acheampong is quickly establishing himself as one to watch for the future.