Joao Pedro plays directly: a perfect start with Chelsea

For Joao Pedro, Chelsea does not take too long to attract attention. Just one week after officially joining, the Brazilian striker immediately caused a sensation when he made his first appearance as a starter.

In the semi-finals, in the 2025 Antarctic Club World Cup, Pedro responded to trust with two wonderful goals, marking his dream debut night.

Joeo Pedro did play as a substitute in the last game against Palmeiras, but the real focus was only in this game.

Joeo Pedro is trustworthy

Enzo Maresca as the starting striker, the 23-year-old has been very fierce from the start of the game. He constantly creates threats, seeks space, and eventually shakes the opponent's goal with two powerful shots, showing the keen intuition of the true terminator.

For Pedro, this game is more than just a matter of two goals or a victory. This is a preliminary test that proves that he is indeed worthy of being trusted at the highest level.

"I feel like I'm dreaming," he told DAZN after the game.

"I never thought that my appearance as a starter would be so smooth. Now we have to focus on the finals."

Meaningful Goals Joo Pedro

Interestingly, in this joy, Pedro showed an emotional side that young players don't often show. He chose not to celebrate his two goals.

The reason is simple but touching: Fruminense is a club he has supported since childhood. The club has made a huge contribution to his career and family life.

This is a kind of respect, but instead makes this moment more important.

"I can only apologize to Fruminense. But I have to stay professional. I play for Chelsea now and my task is to score goals," Pedro said. Asa Baru Chelsea as the starter and scored two goals in a major event against the club he grew up with - all these elements made Joao Pedro's night flawless.

If this is just the beginning, Chelsea could have a lot of hope. Because it seems that they have not only found a new striker, but also a person who may be a turning point in the future.