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Nicolas Jackson Scores First Bundesliga Goal for Bayern With Tribute to Late Friend

Club leaders said the display validates their patience with the Chelsea loanee.

Overview

  • The 24-year-old struck in the 31st minute of a 3-0 win over Bayer Leverkusen and revealed a shirt reading “RIP my Bro Fokzo,” a reference to Ibrahima Fokene Sané, a Senegalese influencer who died on October 27 in Thiès.
  • Head coach Vincent Kompany reiterated his support, praising Jackson’s work-rate and integration despite recent criticism.
  • Sporting director Max Eberl said the performance underlined why Bayern brought him in on loan, noting his role in easing the load on Harry Kane.
  • Jackson was substituted after 58 minutes to standing ovations following a strong outing that also included involvement in Bayern’s third goal.
  • Reports in England link Everton with winter interest, but Bayern plan to keep the loanee through the season and hold a reported purchase option of around €65 million.