Following Chelsea’s thrilling 3-2 victory over Nottingham Forest, there have been calls for Mauricio Pochettino to bench Nicolas Jackson, the team’s striker. Despite Jackson’s header in the 88th minute securing the win, his performance drew criticism from former England winger Chris Waddle, who believes Chelsea need a new striker. Waddle praised Chelsea’s ability and players but emphasized the need for a goal scorer, suggesting Jackson’s debut season at Stamford Bridge has been uneven.
Jackson has scored 14 goals in 33 Premier League games this season, but Waddle thinks Chelsea should look to acquire a new striker this summer. During the halftime break, Waddle criticized Jackson, implying that Chelsea was operating without a striker due to his lackluster play. Pochettino, however, praised his team’s belief and fighting spirit, highlighting the importance of their revival and the impact of the players who came off the bench.
The win moved Chelsea level on points with sixth-placed Newcastle and three points clear of Manchester United with a vastly superior goal difference. Nottingham Forest, despite the loss, are almost certain to avoid relegation due to their superior goal difference over Luton Town. The result showcases Chelsea’s ability to overcome adversity and secure crucial wins, but also highlights their need for a consistent goal scorer to compete with the top teams.
