Just days after Manchester City’s defeat to Real Madrid in the Champions League on penalties, they managed to secure a crucial victory against Chelsea in the FA Cup semifinal, keeping their hopes alive for winning two titles this season.
Bernardo Silva’s late goal sealed a 1-0 win for Pep Guardiola’s side, securing them a spot in the championship game against either Manchester United or Coventry.
However, Chelsea will rue their missed opportunities to take the lead throughout the match. Jackson, who has struggled in front of goal this season, was particularly culpable for the west Londoners.
Despite having clear chances, Jackson’s XG (expected goals) was surprisingly 0.00 when he faced Stefan Ortega. This season, the Senegal international has been criticized for his wastefulness in front of goal.
Several Chelsea supporters expressed their frustration with Jackson’s performance, calling for him to be removed from the club due to his poor finishing.
Critics pointed out that despite ample opportunities, Jackson failed to capitalize on them, leading to doubts about his effectiveness as a player for Chelsea.
Following an impressive preseason, Jackson signed an eight-year deal with Chelsea last June.
While he has scored ten goals in the league this season, his performances have been inconsistent, with notable errors and disciplinary issues.
Overall, Manchester City’s victory over Chelsea in the FA Cup semifinal highlighted the importance of clinical finishing, while also raising questions about Jackson’s future at the club.
