João Pedro
CHEBrazil
Right
Sep 26, 2001
24
6'0"
154 lb
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Possibility for FA Cup semifinal
Pedro (thigh) is a late call for Sunday's match against Leeds United, according to manager Calum McFarlane. "With Joao and Cole, they both trained today and are in a good place. We don't know yet [whether they can feature on Sunday], but we have another day tomorrow to have a look at them and then make a call on them. But we hope so [they can be involved], but it's important we give them time. We are going to train tomorrow, they will both be involved, and we will make a call on them after that session."
Analysis: Pedro is going to need some testing, but could still be an option for the FA Cup semifinals, set to be a late call. After two games out, this would be a major return, as they recently lost Estevao (hamstring) for the rest of the season, needing to gain some attackers back for a bit more depth to end the season. However, Pedro is a starter when fit and will eye an immediate return to his role at forward, recording 14 goals and five assists in 32 appearances (28 starts0 this campaign.
Spotted in training Thursday
Joao Pedro (thigh) was spotted in training Thursday and could be an option for Sunday's game against Leeds United, according to Bobby Vincent of Football.London.
Analysis: The Brazilian forward has missed Chelsea's last two matches due to a thigh problem, but his return to training suggests he might have a shot at returning to the squad to face Leeds United. Chelsea haven't scored in their last five EPL matches, so having Joao Pedro back in the mix should be a huge boost to the team's attack.
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