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.

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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.

November 2022: Included in Senegal's 2022 FIFA World Cup squad

In November 2022, Nicolas Jackson was included in Senegal's 26-man squad for the 2022 FIFA World Cup. He made his full international debut in Senegal's opening match against the Netherlands.

2022: International debut for Senegal

In 2022, Nicolas Jackson made his senior international debut for Senegal and was chosen for the 2022 FIFA World Cup.

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.

December 2023: Named in Senegal's squad for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations

In December 2023, Nicolas Jackson was named in Senegal's squad for the postponed 2023 Africa Cup of Nations held in the Ivory Coast. He participated in all four games.

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.

May 2024: Scored twice vs West Ham United

On May 5, 2024, Nicolas Jackson scored twice and provided an assist for Palmer in a 5–0 home win over West Ham United.

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.

October 2024: First international goal for Senegal

On October 11, 2024, Nicolas Jackson scored his first international goal for Senegal in a 4–0 win over Malawi in 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualification.

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.