Nico Jackson On The Scoresheet As Chelsea Held To A Draw By Newcastle In US Friendly

Chelsea New signing, Nicolas Jackson scored again in his second appearance as the blues were held to a 1-1 draw by Newcastle united in a preseason friendly on thursday morning in the United states.

The senegalese international gave chelsea the lead in the 12th minute with an impressive finish from a superb pass from Ian Maatesen.

Newcastle winger Miguel Almiron, making his return to Mercedes-Benz Stadium having helped Atlanta United win the MLS Cup in 2018, then equalised for the Magpies deep into first-half stoppage time when he guided a left-footed shot past Kepa Arrizabalaga into the far corner after Marc Cucurella missed his interception.

Chelsea full-back Ben Chilwell almost scored a winner for Mauricio Pochettino’s side late on, but his effort from just outside the area was saved well by Newcastle goalkeeper Nick Pope.

Up next, Chelsea will play Fulham in Washington DC on Sunday and Borussia Dortmund in Chicago next week in their final two games of their USA tour.