History of Nicolas Jackson in Timeline
Nicolas Jackson is a professional footballer currently playing as a striker for Chelsea in the Premier League and also represents the Senegal national team. His primary role is a striker, indicating his focus on scoring goals. He is active in professional soccer, playing at both club and international levels.
5 hours ago : Nicolas Jackson's Chelsea Future Uncertain Amidst Delap's Emergence and Maresca's Plans.
Nicolas Jackson faces uncertainty at Chelsea as Liam Delap gains prominence. Enzo Maresca's plans impact Jackson's role. Chelsea's transfer strategy casts doubts on Jackson's future with the team.
June 2001: Nicolas Jackson's birth
In June 2001, Nicolas Jackson was born. He is a professional footballer who plays as a striker.
2001: Birth in Banjul, The Gambia
In 2001, Nicolas Jackson was born in Banjul, The Gambia, to a Gambian father and Senegalese mother.
2016: Gambian presidential election
In 2016, the Gambian presidential election occurred, which led to the family moving to Ziguinchor, Senegal in 2017.
2017: Family moved to Ziguinchor, Senegal
In 2017, the aftermath of the 2016 Gambian presidential election, the family moved to Ziguinchor, Senegal.
2017: First Chelsea season with 2 players with more than 10 goals
On April 2024, because of Jackson and Palmer, this became the first Chelsea season since 2017–18 in which two players had scored ten or more Premier League goals in a season.
November 2018: First call-up for Senegal U20
In November 2018, Nicolas Jackson received his first call-up for Senegal at the under-20 level.
November 2018: Man of the match vs AS Pikine
In November 2018, Nicolas Jackson was named man of the match in a 1–1 Ligue 1 draw against AS Pikine while playing for Casa Sports.
September 2019: Agrees to contract with Villarreal
In September 2019, Nicolas Jackson agreed to a contract with La Liga side Villarreal, being assigned to the Juvenil A squad.
2019: Joins Villarreal
In 2019, Nicolas Jackson joined Villarreal after playing for Casa Sports in Senegal.
October 2020: Loan to Mirandés and professional debut
In October 2020, Nicolas Jackson was loaned to Segunda División side Mirandés. On 18 October 2020, he made his professional debut, coming on as a substitute in a 0–0 draw against Mallorca.
November 2020: First professional goal
In November 2020, Nicolas Jackson scored his first professional goal in a 1–1 draw against Castellón while on loan at Mirandés.
October 2021: First team debut for Villarreal
In October 2021, Nicolas Jackson made his first team debut for Villarreal, replacing Arnaut Danjuma in a 2–0 win over Real Betis.
2021: First-team debut in La Liga
In 2021, Nicolas Jackson made his first-team debut in La Liga.
August 2022: First goal in the top tier
In August 2022, Nicolas Jackson scored his first goal in the top tier in a 3–0 win over Real Valladolid. Later that month, he was promoted to the main squad.
September 2022: Called up to the full side
In September 2022, Nicolas Jackson was called up to the Senegal full side by manager Aliou Cissé for two friendlies.
January 2023: Failed medical with AFC Bournemouth
In January 2023, Villarreal agreed a deal from AFC Bournemouth for the signing of Nicolas Jackson, but he failed his medical.
June 2023: Signs for Chelsea
On June 30, 2023, Nicolas Jackson signed for Premier League club Chelsea on an eight-year deal.
August 2023: Debut and first goal for Chelsea
In August 2023, Nicolas Jackson made his debut for Chelsea in a draw against Liverpool in the Premier League. On 25 August 2023, Jackson scored his first Chelsea goal against Luton Town.
2023: Signs for Chelsea
In 2023, Nicolas Jackson signed an eight-year deal at Chelsea for a reported fee of £32 million.
2023: Chosen for Africa Cup of Nations
In 2023, Nicolas Jackson was chosen for the Africa Cup of Nations.
2023: Second highest african goal scorer in 2023-24
Nicolas Jackson scored 14 league goals across 35 appearances in the 2023-24 season, making him the second highest African goal scorer only behind Mohamed Salah.
April 2024: Scored tenth Premier League goal of the season
On April 15, 2024, Nicolas Jackson scored his tenth Premier League goal of the season and provided an assist for Cole Palmer in a 6–0 win over Everton, making it the first Chelsea season since 2017-18 in which two players had scored ten or more Premier League goals in a season.
September 2024: Contract extension with Chelsea
On September 13, 2024, Nicolas Jackson signed a two-year contract extension with Chelsea, extending his contract until 2033.
October 2024: Premier League Goal of the Month award
In October 2024, Nicolas Jackson won the Premier League Goal of the Month award for the opening goal of a 2–1 win over Newcastle United on 27 October.
May 2025: Brace, sent off, and goal in Conference League final
In May 2025, Nicolas Jackson scored a brace in the first leg of the Conference League semi-final against Djurgården. He was later sent off in a Premier League match against Newcastle United and netted a goal in Chelsea's win over Real Betis in the 2025 UEFA Conference League final.
2031: Contract end date
Nicolas Jackson's eight-year deal with Chelsea, signed in June 2023, runs through 2031.
2033: New Contract end date
On September 2024, Nicolas Jackson extended his contract until 2033.
Mentioned in this timeline
Liverpool is a port city and metropolitan borough in Merseyside...
Africa is the second-largest and second-most populous continent comprising of...
La Liga officially LaLiga EA Sports for sponsorship reasons is...
FIFA or the F d ration Internationale de Football Association...
Senegal is the westernmost country in West Africa located on...
Malawi a landlocked country in Southeastern Africa is officially the...
Trending
37 minutes ago JD Vance Visits Los Angeles Amidst ICE Raids and Troop Presence Debate.
38 minutes ago Jamaica vs. Guadeloupe: Watch Gold Cup 2025 Live Streams and Match Discussions
38 minutes ago Gunnar Henderson gets a breather; Orioles face Yankees, Fried, and Gallen.
Joey O'Brien is a retired Irish professional footballer who played as a full-back and defensive midfielder He had spells at...
38 minutes ago Anton Lundell's tremendous performance helps the Panthers secure back-to-back Stanley Cup wins.
3 hours ago Scot Pollard receives life-saving heart transplant and meets donor family, expresses gratitude.
Popular
The Boeing Dreamliner is an American wide-body airliner developed by...
Cristiano Ronaldo often called CR is a Portuguese professional footballer...
Kristi Noem is an American politician and Air Force Auxiliary...
Sergio Gor is a Maltese American businessman and political operative...
Benjamin Netanyahu is a prominent Israeli politician currently serving as...
Greta Thunberg is a Swedish climate activist who gained international...