African players in Europe: Jackson, Boniface score in Chelsea, Leverkusen win

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Senegal striker Nicolas Jackson scored his fourth goal in three matches to give Chelsea a 3-2 victory over Nottingham Forest at the weekend.

The 22-year-old has endured a difficult first season with the Blues since moving from Villarreal, but recently showed signs of adapting to the Premier League.

Chelsea lie seventh with two matches to play, behind Newcastle United on goal difference and three points ahead of Manchester United.Jackson scored his 17th goal this season to seal the Blues’ win at Forest. He headed home in the 82nd minute to complete Chelsea’s comeback from 2-1 down to keep his team in contention for a European place.

 

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