Jackson Breaks His Drought and Revives Chelsea

Chelsea secured a crucial 1-0 victory over Everton at Stamford Bridge this Saturday, thanks to a stunning goal by Nicolas Jackson and a standout performance by Robert Sánchez. The Blues needed all three points to stay in the fight for a Champions League spot, and they delivered against an Everton side with little left to play for this season.

The match wasn’t easy. Without Enzo Maresca on the bench due to suspension, the team was led from the stands. Still, Trevoh Chalobah intercepted a ball from Beto, which ended up at the feet of Enzo, who quickly found Jackson. The Senegalese striker unleashed a powerful shot from outside the box, beating Jordan Pickford and ending a 13-game goal drought. It was also the eleventh assist of the season for Enzo.

Robert Sánchez, the Unexpected Hero

Although the early goal promised a calm afternoon for Chelsea, their inability to extend the lead allowed Everton to stay in the game. That’s when Robert Sánchez stepped up. The Spanish goalkeeper made a superb save from a long-range shot by Beto, and later pulled off a sensational reflex stop from a close-range volley by Carlos Alcaraz, securing the win.

With this result, the Blues reach 60 points, trailing Manchester City by one point and leading Newcastle United by one, although the Magpies still have to face relegated Ipswich Town. Chelsea's next challenges include a Conference League clash against Djugarden and a crucial home match against Liverpool.

Meanwhile, Everton remains in thirteenth place with 38 points, comfortably away from relegation danger.