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'I can do more!' – Moises Caicedo vows to start racking up goals and assists after the Chelsea star was already dubbed the best 'defensive midfielder in the world'

Moises Caicedo has set himself the challenge of becoming a deadlier defensive midfielder by adding goals and assists to his game, despite sh...

4 DAYS AGO • goal

Chelsea star to be offered World Cup lifeline by Thomas Tuchel as England boss plans talks with £30m man

England boss Thomas Tuchel is expected to offer Liam Delap a World Cup lifeline as he plans to discuss what the Chelsea striker needs to do...

NOVEMBER 20 • goal

Scores one Joao Pedro scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 3-0 win versus Wolverhampton.

Impact Joao Pedro knocked in a goal Saturday while also recording two shots on target and two key passes vs the Wolves. In just the last two league appearances, the midfielder has collected two goals on seven shots on target, four key passes and three tackles won.

NOVEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Chelsea vs Wolves: Estevao makes instant impact to tee up Pedro for Chelsea's second Estevao makes an instant impact to tee up Joao Pedro for Chelseas second goal against Wolves.

NOVEMBER 8 • SKY.COM

Arsenal winning runs ends after conceding late goal to draw 2-2 with Sunderland in Premier League

Arsenal conceded its first goal in 881 minutes and then again in stoppage time to draw 2-2 with Sunderland in the Premier League, a result that potentially breathes new life into t...

NOVEMBER 8 • Associated Press

Scores winner Saturday Pedro scored one goal to go with five shots (five on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 1-0 victory against Tottenham Hotspur.

Impact Pedro scored the lone goal of Saturday's win, a strike in the 34th minute assisted by Moises Caicedo. It marked his third goal of the season and his first since August. He put a season-high five shots on target and also created two chances for the fourth time this season.

NOVEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Tottenham 0-1 Chelsea: Joao Pedro goal guides visitors to deserved derby win A terrible Tottenham performance saw them booed off at full-time after losing 1-0 to Chelsea, with Joao Pedro netting the Blues' winner.

NOVEMBER 1 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Tottenham 0-1 Chelsea: Spurs booed off as London rivals beat them for a fifth game in a row Report and free match highlights as Tottenham booed off in 1-0 home defeat to Chelsea; a sorry Spurs recorded the lowest expected goals (0.0...

NOVEMBER 1 • SKY.COM

Tottenham Hotspur vs Chelsea: Joao Pedro puts Blues ahead against Spurs Moisés Caicedo wins possession before squaring it in the box to Chelsea striker Joao Pedro, who scores in their Premier League match against...

NOVEMBER 1 • SKY.COM

Arsenal wins again to extend lead in the Premier League. Liverpool wins and Man United salvages draw

Arsenal extended its lead at the top of the Premier League to seven points after a 2-0 win against Burnley

NOVEMBER 1 • Associated Press

Protected by staff Pedro didn't feature in the Carabao Cup clash against Wolves since he is protected by the staff to keep him fit, coach Enzo Maresca said in the press conference. "The reason why Jo...

Impact Pedro was protected by Chelsea's staff to keep himself fully fit, which was the reason he didn't feature in the Carabao Cup clash against Wolves. That said, Pedro enjoyed a few days of rest and is now expected to return directly to the starting XI for Saturday's trip to Tottenham.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

Maresca hoping for Delap impact after Joao Pedro's scoring struggles Joao Pedro has failed to find the net in his last seven Premier League games as Chelsea hope for attacking reinforcement from Liam Delap.

OCTOBER 29 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Set to be rested in Cup Pedro is still "not 100 percent physically fit," according to manager Enzo Maresca.

Impact Pedro has been dealing with a groin issue the past couple weeks despite playing and starting numerous matches in that period. He was dropped completely for the game against Ajax and that will likely be the case in the Carabao Cup. Unless things turn worse, he's expected to be in the XI for Saturday's trip to Tottenham despite not being 100-percent fit.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with groin injury Pedro is dealing with a groin injury that has prevented him to train regularly in recent days, manager Enzo Maresca told media following Saturday's 2-1 loss to Sunderland. "Joao ha...

Impact It's unclear whether the injury will force Pedro to miss time, but this is a noteworthy update, as the Brazilian has notably slowed down since a blistering start to the season. Pedro has gone eight games without a goal or assist in the Premier League or the Champions League. His status is worth monitoring for the Nov. 1 derby against Tottenham.

OCTOBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Eligible to return Pedro is back available in Champions League action after serving a one-match ban.

Impact Pedro served his ban against Ajax and is now back available for selection. Marc Guiu got the start during the rout of Ajax, and could fall back to the bench with Pedro available. Pedro has been the top choice striker throughout the season in all competitions.

OCTOBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Enzo Maresca reveals why he's 'not worried' about Chelsea red cards after Malo Gusto is sent off against Nottingham Forest

Enzo Maresca revealed why he is "not worried" about Chelsea's disciplinary record after Malo Gusto became the latest player to be sent off t...

OCTOBER 18 • goal

Cole Palmer Injury Woes: How it Affects Chelsea, England's World Cup Plans

Chelsea star Cole Palmer has seen his campaign derailed by a persistent groin injury that hasn't healed.

OCTOBER 17 • FOX SPORTS

Chelsea Predicted Lineup vs. Liverpool: Depleted Side Relies on Fernandez, João Pedro Chelsea are aiming to take advantage of Liverpool’s sub-par form when they welcome the reigning Premier League champions to Stamford Bridge...

OCTOBER 3 • SI.COM

Sent off late Pedro was shown a second yellow card and sent off during the second half of Tuesday's clash with Benfica.

Impact Pedro was shown his second yellow card deep in second half stoppage time. The forward will now miss one Champions League match, an Oct. 22 clash with Ajax. Tyrique George could get another start in the Champions League with Pedro left on the sideline for that match.

SEPTEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

bench option Pedro (undisclosed) is on the bench for Tuesday's match against Benfica.

Impact Pedro has returned to fitness to face Benfica Tuesday, healthy to face the club from his home country after a minor injury occurred. However, the attacker is on the bench to be cautious, his first missed start all season.

SEPTEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Mourinho 'will always be a Blue' as he returns to Chelsea with new club Benfica

Jose Mourinho looked to his right then his left and smiled at pictures of his younger self lifting three Premier League trophies as the Chelsea manager

SEPTEMBER 29 • Associated Press

Suffering from minor injury Pedro is questionable for Tuesday's match against Benfica due to a knock, according to manager Enzo Maresca. "This afternoon, we are going to assess Joao. Unfortunately for us, he...

Impact Pedro will go through some testing on Tuesday to see if he can play in their second match of the UCL campaign, with the attacker dealt a knock after Saturday's loss to Brighton. This could be huge news for the club, as he has yet to miss a start this season. That said, he will be a late call for the contest and could force Tyrique George or Marc Guiu into a starting role if Pedro is placed on the bench or out.

SEPTEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Logs start and assist Pedro assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Brentford.

Impact Fortunately for Pedro and Chelsea, the Blues added Pedro to their starting XI. Once again, he delivered, this time in the form of an assist to Cole Palmer. Two goals and three assists across Chelsea's first four games are a strong way to get his Blues career going.

SEPTEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE