The Chelsea star, Nicolas Jackson, had an altercation with teammates Noni Madueke and Cole Palmer over a penalty kick during their match against Everton. Despite leading 4-0, a squabble ensued as all three players were eager to take the penalty, leading to manager Mauricio Pochettino’s disapproval. The incident attracted attention and caused embarrassment for the team.
Reports from The Telegraph indicated that Jackson showed agitation even after the match ended and had to be calmed down by teammate Moises Caicedo. Pochettino addressed the issue after the game and issued a strong warning to the players, emphasizing the importance of team behavior and acceptance of assigned roles. The article further mentioned that Palmer, the designated penalty taker, affirmed his commitment to retaining the responsibility.
Pochettino stressed the need for a collective approach and learning as a team, outlining the behavior as unacceptable and hinting at consequences for similar actions in the future.