Nicolas Jackson joins Didier Drogba in exclusive list after scoring twice in Chelsea vs West Ham

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Nicolas Jackson was brilliant in Chelsea's 3-0 victory away at West Ham in the Premier League on Saturday
The Senegal international scored two goals in the first half to take his tally in all competitions to four
With his brace, the former Villarreal star has joined Blues legend Didier Drogba in an exclusive list.

Nicolas Jackson bagged a superb brace for Chelsea against West Ham on Saturday to continue his brilliant start to the season.

The Senegal international's goals helped Chelsea register a comfortable 3-0 win over the Hammers in Saturday's early kick ogg.

With his double, Jackson set a unique record, joining club legend Didier Drogba.

Nicolas Jackson and Palmer scored in Chelsea's 3-09 win over West Ham

Jackson had a decent 2023/24 season but received intense criticism after a dip in form. However, he recovered nicely to finish the season strong.

This term, he has scored four Premier League goals in five games, and he was in top form against West Ham.

Jackson joined Drogba in exclusive list

Jackson opened the scoring for Chelsea after four minutes following a pass from Jadon Sancho. The Senegalese made a superb turn to slot past Alphonse Areola.

14 minutes later, the former Villareal striker scored his second after an inch-perfect through ball from Moises Caicedo.

Cole Palmer added a third early in the second half thanks to Jakcon's assist.

Jackson is now the quickest Chelsea player to score a brace since Drogba. Jackson did it in 18 minutes, while Drogba scored in 17 minutes in 2005 against Middlesbrough, per Opta Joe.

Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca lauded the Senegal striker's performance.

"Fantastic. He is doing well. He is working hard off the ball. If a player misses chances, it does not mean he is not playing well. It can happen," per Football London.

As Chelsea's starting striker, Jackson will be expected to score even more goals this season.