FA make Nicolas Jackson ban decision after clash with Everton defender Nathan Patterson

Everton were worthy winners against Chelsea on Sunday afternoon as Sean Dyche’s side claimed a third straight victory

 

Nicolas Jackson, a striker for Chelsea, is not expected to be punished in the past for stifling Everton defender Nathan Patterson.

After the full-time whistle, Jackson was seen grasping Patterson by the throat in frustration after his team’s 2-0 loss at Goodison Park.

Manager Mauricio Pochettino quickly saw what was happening and moved Jackson away from danger.

The Times and other outlets have today claimed Jackson has escaped any form of ban for his actions after “the incident was reviewed by match officials” at the time it occurred and deemed unworthy of being further escalated.

It remains unclear what provoked this reaction after the match from Jackson, who was later escorted off the pitch by one of Chelsea’s assistant coaches in a bid to ensure the Senegalese striker was not brandished a red card by the referee.

Many people will be surprised to learn that the forward won’t face a ban or punishment, especially considering that Manchester United midfielder Casemiro was sent off in February for a similar offense against Crystal Palace’s Will Hughes.

Casemiro placed both hands on the throat of Hughes and was shown a straight red card and ruled out for three games, in line with guidelines relating to acts of violent conduct.

Chelsea were second-best on Sunday afternoon against Everton, though this was not how Pochettino viewed the contest.

Speaking in his post-match press conference, he said: “We didn’t score. We dominated the game, I think we were the better side but if you don’t score goals, it’s difficult to win the games.

We were not aggressive enough in the final third. So far it’s looked like we’ve shown promise in this area but today a lack of positivity in the final third.

“When you assess Everton, I think they deserve full credit because we were much better than them but in the end you need to score because if you don’t, your confidence becomes the confidence of the opponent as it’s impossible to get to the 96^th or 97^th minute and not make a mistake.”

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