By: Chioma Madonna Ndukwu
FIFA has confirmed that Chelsea forward Nicolas Jackson will serve a two-match suspension following his red card against Flamengo in the Club World Cup.
The dismissal was Jackson’s second in four matches for Chelsea. He was sent off just minutes after coming on in the second half of their 3-1 defeat to the Brazilian club.
In a statement, FIFA said:
“The FIFA Disciplinary Committee has imposed the following sanction on Chelsea’s player Nicolas Jackson, who was sent off as a result of a direct red card during the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 match between his team and CR Flamengo at Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia, on 20 June 2025…
2-match suspension for breach under article 14 paragraph 1 e) of the FIFA Disciplinary Code. This decision is final and binding and cannot be appealed.”
Jackson issued an apology on social media after the incident.
Despite his absence, Chelsea went on to defeat Esperance 3-0 in their final group match, securing qualification to the Round of 16, where they will face Benfica.
