After Flamengo Disaster — Red Card, Poor Form & Dressing Room Chaos! 😳💥
In a dramatic post-match twist following Chelsea’s disappointing performance against Flamengo at the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, Liam Delap has called out teammate Nicolas Jackson, accusing him of both underperformance and a lack of professionalism.
💥 Delap reportedly said:
> “We’re out there giving everything, and then you’ve got someone like Jackson getting himself sent off for nonsense — that’s not just bad for the team, that’s disrespectful to the badge.”
The striker’s words come after Jackson received a red card, severely weakening Chelsea’s chances in a high-stakes game. Delap’s rare public criticism has ignited tensions in the camp, drawing sharp attention from fans and media alike.
But Jackson didn’t stay quiet.
⚡️ Nicolas Jackson fired back instantly with just one sentence:
> “Speak when you’ve earned the right to lead.”
The response left Delap momentarily speechless, and according to insiders, a heated argument erupted in the dressing room, forcing Maresca to step in.
⚠️ Key points:
Chelsea lost control of the match after Jackson’s red card.
Delap has been vocal about raising standards under Maresca.
This incident risks splintering squad unity ahead of the next knockout fixture.
👀 All eyes now turn to Maresca: Will he discipline Jackson? Will Delap’s leadership stance inspire others — or divide the dressing room further?
The heat is rising at Chelsea, and the Club World Cup dream could collapse
from within if tensions persist.
