Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson has spoken out, expressing deep regret and confusion after receiving a red card in Chelsea’s recent FIFA Club World Cup defeat to Flamengo.
His dismissal came just moments after coming on as a substitute, a moment that quickly spiralled into a nightmare for the young forward and his team, Footballrover reports.
Jackson reflects on Club World Cup dismissal
Flamengo, already leading 2-1, sealed their 3-1 victory after Jackson’s sending-off, leaving Chelsea with a challenging path forward in the tournament.
This wasn’t the first time Jackson found himself in such a big mess, adding to the frustration for fans and the club.
In a statement after the incident, Jackson issued a heartfelt apology:
“I want to say sorry. To the club, the staff, my teammates, and all the fans watching, I let you down. Another red card, and honestly, I’m so angry at myself.” He continued, emphasising his commitment, “I work hard every day to help the team not to put us in this kind of situation. I still don’t fully understand how it happened. But one thing is clear: it wasn’t intentional. Just a football moment that went the wrong way. No excuses. I take full responsibility.”
More red cards than goals? The Jackson conundrum
The incident at the Club World Cup highlights a concerning trend for Nicolas Jackson.
In the Premier League this year, he has matched his single goal with a red card.
Even more starkly, in the Club World Cup, he now boasts more red cards (1) than goals (0).
This latest sending-off is his second in just four Chelsea games, a statistic Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca bluntly acknowledged, stating, “It was a red card, nothing to say.”
Jackson’s promise to “reflect, grow, and come back stronger” offers a glimmer of hope as he faces suspension for Chelsea’s next crucial group game against Esperance of Tunisia in the competition.
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