Chelsea fans are breathing a sigh of relief after João Pedro’s game against Fluminense in the Club World Cup semifinals.
Pedro, who signed for the club just days ago, got his first Chelsea start in place of the suspended Liam Delap, and what a start it was.
The Brazilian scored the match’s two goals, both being absolute stunners.
But what the 23-year-old did to celebrate and had to say after the game says it all about the new man in blue.
How did Pedro celebrate his goals, and what did he say after the match?
The Brazilian showed he was a true class act after holding his hands up in apology to the Fluminense supporters.
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Fluminense was the team that made Pedro who he is, as he’s a product of the academy.
The forward made his professional debut for the Brazilian side and played with the club for a season before moving to English side Watford.
Pedro scored his second goal in the second half and again raised his arms in apology to his boyhood club.
Following the match, Pedro spoke on his first start, saying, “It was a dream first start. It could not be better. Now we need to think about the final.
“I am very happy today. I am happy to score my first goal, but also I know this tournament is also very important for [Fluminense]. I can just say sorry, but I have to be professional.”
The Brazilian made sure to acknowledge his first professional club and their supporters, in what he knows was a heartbreaking loss for them.
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Pedro added his thoughts on the upcoming final and said, “Now I need to rest and focus on the final. It will be a very important game. It would be my first title.”
All eyes will be on Pedro in the final to see what he can do next.
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