Nicolas Jackson has responded to criticism from former Super Eagles midfielder John Mikel Obi following Chelsea’s 6-2 victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers, according to a report by Transfer Expert, Fabrizio Romano.The win, which saw Jackson play a pivotal role, was a stark contrast to his earlier performance in a 2-0 loss against Manchester City, where Mikel had heavily criticized his finishing ability.
After the match against Wolverhampton, Jackson took to Instagram, directly addressing Mikel’s comments with a fiery post.He wrote, “shut your mouth, don’t talk shit, we are killing ourself in Africa,” revealing the pressure and challenges faced by African players in European football.Jackson’s strong response revealed his frustration with the ongoing criticism, particularly after a match where he significantly contributed to Chelsea’s dominant win.The Senegalese striker put the Blues in front with a well-timed header from a corner, while also providing an assist for Cole Palmer in their match against Wolves.
Mikel Obi’s criticism came after Chelsea’s disappointing loss to Manchester City, Mikel had stated that Chelsea needed a top-class striker who could consistently find the back of the net, drawing comparisons to Manchester City’s Erling Haaland.
