João Pedro
CHEBrazil
Right
Sep 26, 2001
24
6'0"
154 lb
CF
AM
Poacher
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Missing Tuesday
Pedro (thigh) is out for Tuesday's match against Brighton.
Analysis: Pedro is not with his team Tuesday after he was a late call, appearing to have failed his late testing for a thigh injury. This will lead many to believe be will be an option come Sunday when facing Leeds United, only missing out due to a failed test. This leaves Liam Delap to start at forward in Pedro's place.
Late call Tuesday
Pedro (thigh) is a late call for Tuesday's clash against Brighton after returning to pitch training, according to coach Liam Rosenior. "Joao will be a late call. He was out on the pitch today, and we will make a decision on him tomorrow morning. That's a real positive for us because he will be back sooner rather than later."
Analysis: Pedro's return to pitch work is an encouraging sign after he was forced off in the previous match with a thigh problem. The forward is Chelsea's top scorer this season with 14 goals in 32 league appearances, underlining the importance of getting him back on the field as quickly as possible. Manager Liam Rosenior will make a final decision on his availability Tuesday morning, with Liam Delap the leading alternative if Pedro is unavailable. A return for the Brighton fixture would be a timely boost for a side that has struggled for goals in recent weeks.
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