Chelsea forward Nicholas Jackson produced a moment that probably went unnoticed during the club's win over Manchester United on Thursday night. The Blues achieved a dramatic 4-3 victory over their arch-rivals at Stamford Bridge.
Mauricio Pochettino's side will be looking to gain momentum towards the end of the season after Cole Palmer's brace in stoppage time gave the Blues three points. Chelsea led 2-0 at the half, but faced a fierce counterattack from Man United.
Conor Gallagher put Chelsea ahead just four minutes later, with Palmer scoring the first of his hat-trick from the penalty spot. It was during this period of early dominance that Nicholas Jackson showed confidence flowing into Chelsea's side.
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Upon receiving the ball on the left in the 27th minute, Jackson was in plenty of space but turned 360 degrees before heading towards his marker. This move has become synonymous with Manchester United winger Anthony, who ironically was the player who shut out strikers.
Although the game proved too early to showboat, it is not the first time Jackson has displayed similar qualities in a Chelsea shirt. After scoring a late hat-trick in a nine-a-side win over Spurs in north London earlier in the season, Jackson performed Cristiano Ronaldo's famous celebration in front of the home crowd, recording the moment and telling Chelsea supporters was admired by
The 22-year-old has also faced harsh criticism during his debut season at Chelsea. However, the former Villarreal forward has so far appeared in 26 league games and contributed 12 goals.
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