After Chelsea's 60 million pound forward new player Joao Pedro joined the team, he started twice in three games in the Club World Cup, and won the championship in 11 days after he came to the new team. The Post published an article talking about the player's experience.
João Pedro was born in Riberon Preto, São Paulo, Brazil. He and his mother gave all their dreams to become football players. At the age of 11, Pedro's family moved his family to Xerem in Rio de Janeiro, 400 miles away so that he could continue to pursue his dreams at the Fruminense Club.
The first person to discover Pedro, Luis Philip, was a scout at Fruminense U11. He discovered Pedro in a Sao Paulo state game and became friends with the family, bringing Pedro to Rio.
João Pedro revealed in an interview with The Post: "We were not rich in life when we were Riberon Preto, but nothing was missing. However, in order to achieve our dream of becoming a player, we gave up everything when Fruminense approved me to join their club youth training."
"In Xerem, we shared a house with another boy and his mother. We lived in a very difficult house, sometimes even food was scarce, and my mother would give up her own food so that I could eat better. In those days, Frumin Nense has given us great help, not only supporting us financially, but also caring emotionally. In addition to trusting me, they also believe in my personal growth and potential as a player. My life has changed very positively since I became a professional, which is why I am forever grateful to Fruminense. "
Two days after completing my transfer from Brighton, Joao Pedro went straight to the game, ended his summer vacation early, shot a quick official announcement video in Miami, and then made a substitute in the quarter-finals of the Club World Cup against Palmeiras to complete his Chelsea debut.
João Pedro said he was not afraid of competition: "Chelsea is one of the world's top clubs and of course it will have a good roster. I don't think it's a problem, but an opportunity to grow. Playing alongside great players will only keep improving and always ask me to be the best. The coach will decide who plays, and for us players, the most important thing is to do our duty and be ready to 100% of the game at all times."
"Chelsea expressed interest in me early, but it never distracted me, and I have always focused on helping Brighton. After the season, even on vacation in Brazil, I knew something might happen. So I did a lot of physical training. When everything was finally settled, I went straight to Miami to meet the team. From the first moment I came to the new team, I felt very comfortable because everyone welcomed me very much. I believe that my years of playing in the Premier League and the familiarity of the Chelsea lineup could help me quickly adapt to the team's tactical system."
It is said that before joining, Maresca had communicated with Joao Pedro, and the players believed that Chelsea was his right choice: "When the transfer was close to completion, we had a brief exchange, and he gave me a lot of confidence. After joining the team, I better understand the team's playing style and how to help the most. Team. I try my best to absorb the coach's instructions to help the team as soon as possible. I am very happy to make my debut against Palmeiras and score a goal against Fruminense. "
João Pedro's arrival also makes Chelsea face the difficulties of the penalty shooter in the future. This player is also a good penalty shooter, and he scored 18 of his 19 penalty shooters in his career: "I have always liked to take penalty kicks. I think every forward likes it because our main task is to score goals, so I often contact you, constantly improve my skills, and reduce mistakes in the game. There is no secret to penalty kicks, only a lot of practice, which can make me more confident and calm in the game."
Joao Pedro is also a popular candidate for Brazil's starting No. 9 next World Cup. The player's next dream is to appear at the Metropolitan Stadium in the World Cup final on July 11, 2026: "There is no doubt that one of my biggest goals in my career is to be a member of the Brazilian national team. But to do this, I have to prove at the club that I am ready. So I have to do my duty, physically and technically 100% ready, and perform well in the club, which is the part I can control. As for whether I am drafted, it is not something I can control, but I will always do my best to increase this possibility."