Nicolas Jackson emulates Didier Drogba as Chelsea thrash Luton Town

Nicolas Jackson emulates Didier Drogba as Chelsea thrash Luton Town

Chelsea secured their first Premier League victory of the season under the Pochettino era, with a resounding 3-0 win against Luton Town at Stamford Bridge on Friday night, even as Nicolas Jackson emulates Didier Drogba feat.

Nicolas Jackson emulates Didier Drogba as Chelsea thrash Luton Town

Nicolas Jackson celebrating his first Premier League goal for Chelsea with Raheem Sterling

Despite a somewhat shaky performance from the West London side, they successfully clinched the desired outcome, effectively boosting their momentum as they navigate the new campaign.

The standout player of the match was undoubtedly Raheem Sterling, who continued to shine in the early stages of the season.

He initiated the scoring with a remarkable solo effort, followed by a double after the halftime break.

His second goal came from an expertly guided chip in off Gusto’s precise cross, sealing his influence on the game.

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In a display that truly encapsulated excellence, Sterling’s deflected cross found the back of the net thanks to Jackson’s finishing touch, marking the striker’s debut league goal while donning the Chelsea shirt

It was a moment that saw the Striker emulate the likes of legendary player Didier Drogba’s accomplishments.

How did Jackson emulate Drogba?

The intriguing parallel lies in the fact that on August 24, 2004, Drogba notched his premier Chelsea goal against a newly promoted team during his third Premier League match.

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Similarly, on August 25, 2023, Nicolas Jackson mirrored this feat, grabbing his first Chelsea goal in his third Premier League game, also against a newly promoted opponent.

This coincidence becomes even more fascinating considering that both players proudly sported jersey number 15 during these impactful encounters.Drogba and Nicolas Jackson

However, as the game progressed, Luton’s performance waned, yet the evaluation of their season’s success—or lack thereof—will not hinge on matches of this nature.

Chelsea’s point tally now stands at four from three games, with two more significant home fixtures slated for the upcoming week.

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Their upcoming schedule includes a face-off against AFC Wimbledon in the EFL Cup on Wednesday, followed by a clash with Nottingham Forest merely three days later.

Meanwhile, Luton finds themselves without points, with aspirations of a turnaround in their upcoming match against West Ham next Friday, as the Premier League excitement finally graces Kenilworth Road.

Prior to that encounter, Luton will play host to Gillingham in the EFL Cup on Tuesday, adding to the anticipation of their upcoming challenges.

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