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Chelsea striker Nicholas Jackson has been labeled 'the worst striker in the Premier League' after missing a golden opportunity against Crystal Palace.
The 22-year-old has scored seven league goals for Mauricio Pochettino's struggling side but has endured a frustrating first season in English football.
He was heavily criticized for missing a number of big chances and his struggles in front of goal continued against Crystal Palace.
With the score level at 1-1 in the 74th minute, Jackson was cleared on goal by Conor Gallagher.
The striker tried to lift the ball over Eagles goalkeeper Dean Henderson. He did so successfully, but to his own surprise, his bet missed the post.
Chelsea striker Nicholas Jackson has been labeled 'the worst striker in the league'
Jackson tried to hit the ball over Dean Henderson, but could only drag his attempt wide
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Chelsea fans criticized Jackson after the miss, with many claiming they were not surprised by the miss.
“There are some things that are certain in this world: taxes, death and Nicolas Jackson missing a great opportunity,” wrote a blues supporter on X.
Another said: 'Mateta and Nicolas Jackson have their own game of who can be the worst striker in the league.'
A third echoed these views, saying: 'Nicolas Jackson is seriously the worst striker in the league.'
“How in the world could Nicolas Jackson miss that opportunity,” one shocked fan added.
A few minutes later, Jackson thought he had made amends for his mistake when he found the net, but his goal was ruled out for offside after a VAR check.
Despite his miss, Chelsea claimed victory against Chelsea through Noni Madueke's late penalty after Michael Olise had canceled out Mykhailo Mudryk's opener.