Jackson helps ease a little pressure on Pochettino as Blues beat Brighton

Chelsea live dangerously again but find flow in second-half as Palmer sets up Senegalese striker for just his second goal

ON TARGET: Chelsea's Nicolas Jackson celebrates with teammates after scoring their sides first goal during the Carabao Cup third round match at Stamford Bridge, London. Picture date: Wednesday September 27, 2023.

Chelsea 1 Brighton 0

The pressure eased on Mauricio Pochettino as Chelsea progressed into the fourth round of the Carabao Cup with a slender win courtesy of Nicolas Jackson's second goal for the club. It was a classy finish worthy of a £32m summer signing and possibly priceless for his under-fire manager.