Source: REUTERS/HANNAH MCKAY
[Saba Sports News] Nicholas Jackson, who
transferred from Villarreal in LaLiga to Chelsea in the Premier League this
summer, recently sat down for an interview with the media. He expressed his joy
at being able to play in Europe, as it has always been his dream. Jackson
shared that he began playing football in the streets as a child, barefoot, with
his friends in his hometown of Senegal. At that time, he was too impoverished
to afford a pair of soccer shoes. It wasn’t until he turned 16 that he received
his first pair, which were purchased by his mother. Jackson expressed gratitude
towards his mother for her unwavering support in his football endeavors.
Eventually, his exceptional skills caught the attention of scouts, leading him
to Europe to pursue a career in football and embark on a new path in life. The
editor commends his inspirational journey, as he never gave up on his football
dream despite facing poverty. Instead, he persevered, worked harder, and
achieved success. Since the start of the new Premier League season, Jackson has
been a regular starter in every game, demonstrating the coach’s confidence in
his abilities.