Chelsea 1 Nottingham Forest 1: Blues made to rue missed chances after Ward-Prowse’s bonkers red card

NONI MADUEKE saved Chelsea's bacon as the Blues were held to a draw by 10-man Nottingham Forest.

Chris Wood's strike gave the visitors the lead at Stamford Bridge.

Noni Madueke sealed a point for Chelsea in their 1-1 draw with Forest
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Noni Madueke sealed a point for Chelsea in their 1-1 draw with ForestCredit: Getty
The visitors put in a resilient defensive performance after a goal from Chris Wood
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The visitors put in a resilient defensive performance after a goal from Chris WoodCredit: PA

And Chelsea appeared unable to break down Forest's deep block.

But Madueke stepped up to fire home and rescue a point for the hosts.

The game also saw James Ward-Prowse sent off for handling the ball and stopping a Chelsea attack.

There was more late drama too as players from both sides got caught up in a brawl.

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