Nicolas Jackson Fires Back at Mikel Obi: ‘Shut Your Mouth’ After Chelsea’s 6-2 Triumph

Nicolas Jackson has fired back at former Super Eagles midfielder John Mikel Obi following Chelsea’s 6-2 victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers, as reported by Transfer Expert Fabrizio Romano.

Jackson, who played a key role in Chelsea’s win, faced sharp criticism from Mikel after a previous 2-0 loss to Manchester City, where Mikel questioned his finishing skills.

In response, Jackson took to Instagram after the Wolverhampton match to address Mikel’s remarks directly, posting a fiery message: “Shut your mouth, don’t talk shit, we are killing ourselves in Africa,” highlighting the intense pressure African players endure in European football.

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Jackson’s strong reaction underscored his frustration with ongoing criticism, particularly after he made significant contributions to Chelsea’s emphatic victory. The Senegalese striker not only scored a crucial header from a corner but also assisted Cole Palmer in their match against Wolves.

Mikel Obi’s critique had come in the wake of Chelsea’s disappointing loss to Manchester City, where he emphasized the need for a top-class striker, comparing Jackson unfavorably to Manchester City’s Erling Haaland.