Diego Costa proved he’s lost none of his trademark aggression after bulldozing Chelsea Women’s legend Gemma Davison during a training session for a recent charity match. The former Blues striker sent Davison flying in a heavy challenge, with John Terry summing it up perfectly afterwards. The former captain admitted: “That’s Diego in a nutshell. He just doesn’t give a s***.”

Terry jokes about Costa not giving a 's***'

Footage from a pre-match training session shows Costa charging into Davison while competing for the ball, knocking her to the ground with a trademark show of brute force. Terry was quick to joke about the incident, shouting “That’s a yellow!” before later saying, “That’s Diego in a nutshell. He just doesn’t give a s***.” Davison, taking it in stride, laughed off the moment and shared a hug with Costa moments later.

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Costa’s antics in training were a flashback to his no-nonsense Chelsea career, where he built a reputation as one of the Premier League’s most intimidating forwards. Signed from Atletico Madrid in 2014, he won two Premier League titles and a League Cup during his time at Stamford Bridge. Known for his fiery temperament as much as his goals, Costa’s confrontations with defenders like Martin Skrtel and Laurent Koscielny became part of his legend.

Costa yet to retire but has been free agent in 2025

Costa, who last played for Brazilian side Gremio, remains a free agent and has not officially announced his retirement. The charity clash with Liverpool legends — where he again clashed with Skrtel — showed he still relishes a battle. Whether he laces up professionally again or not, the 37-year-old’s fierce edge clearly hasn’t dulled with age.