Why Jackson may not be only one to blame for horrible miss vs Bournemouth — explained

Nicolas Jackson has made a significant impact during Chelsea’s match against Bournemouth, showcasing his skill with a remarkable assist that set up Cole Palmer’s opening goal. However, despite this moment of brilliance, he also found himself at the center of attention for an unfortunate miss, which has been the most notable scoring opportunity wasted in the game so far.

The Chelsea striker failed to convert from just six yards out, sending the ball high over the bar after receiving a precise cutback from Noni Madueke. While this moment appeared to be a straightforward scoring chance, a closer analysis of the video footage reveals a critical detail: Madueke’s cutback caused the ball to bounce unexpectedly and with great force, forcing Jackson to attempt a difficult volley.

Although this does not entirely absolve him of the error, it does provide some context and helps explain why the chance was missed in such a dramatic fashion.