Chelsea’s young winger Tyrique George is the latest player to find himself at the center of a nickname storm, after fans spotted teammates referring to him as “Evil Saka” in a behind-the-scenes video posted on Chelsea’s official X (formerly Twitter) account earlier this week.
The video was meant to be a feel-good moment — a traditional squad celebration where players slap the back or neck of a teammate who achieve a milestone.
In this case, Tyrique George, fresh off his goal in the Club World Cup match against Esperance, was the recipient.
But amid the laughter and locker room chaos, a moment caught fans’ attention — someone, possibly Tosin Adarabioyo or Noni Madueke, can be heard referring to George as “Evil Saka.”
Squad slaps. 👋 pic.twitter.com/fqNmd7HgIQ
— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) June 27, 2025
The phrase immediately lit up social media.
For those plugged into football Twitter and meme culture, Evil Saka isn’t entirely new.
Tyrique George, with his lean frame, low socks, and cropped hair, bears a passing resemblance to Arsenal star Bukayo Saka — only, as fans note, with a more intense, almost menacing demeanor.
Where Saka is known for his soft-spoken interviews and ever-smiling public persona, George’s game face often seems steely, even cold. His direct, powerful style of play on the wings — paired with a permanent furrowed brow — feeds into the “angrier Saka” theory.
That uncanny resemblance, mixed with the internet’s love for playful dualities, led to the nickname. The only twist? It appears the Chelsea players are in on the joke too.
The most telling aspect of the “Evil Saka” moment wasn’t that the nickname was used — it was that it came from within the dressing room.
Fans have since been piecing together the voice in the video, debating whether it was center-back Tosin or winger Madueke who dropped the viral line. Regardless of who said it, the implication is clear: Chelsea players are very online.
