Obi Mikel’s Message to Jackson: ‘Keep Scoring & I’ll Shut Up’

Former Chelsea legend and 2013 African champion, John Obi Mikel, has clarified his recent comments about Nicolas Jackson, stating that he never called the Senegalese forward a bad player. Mikel’s statement comes after a public disagreement between the two, sparked by Mikel’s initial criticism of Jackson’s performance. Jackson responded with a strong performance on the pitch, scoring against Wolves, and further defended himself in an online statement. Mikel’s latest message to Jackson seems conciliatory, suggesting he will cease criticism if Jackson continues his scoring form. This public back-and-forth highlights the competitive nature of football and the often-heated debates surrounding player performance.