There is no doubt that the Parisian staff have started watching as many Chelsea matches as possible in recent days to prepare for the Champions League round of 16. And the vision of the clear victory against Aston Villa last night risks giving him a cold sweat. Because it brought back bad memories for him seeing Palmer and João Pedro lead the Blues to a victory with 3 goals difference…
The England international has regained playing time and effectiveness in recent weeks, but it is the Brazilian who is showing his best form heading into the decisive matches. Author of a hat-trick at Villa Park, including two caviars from Gusto and Garnacho, João Pedro demonstrated all his knowledge of movement. Over the last 8 matches played, he has scored 7 goals and provided 4 assists. He now has 14 goals in the Premier League, which places him in 4th place in the scorers’ rankings.
A bad memory for Luis Enrique
His great form is as much good news for Chelsea as an additional reason to be wary for PSG, who had already tasted the Brazilian striker’s determination during the Club World Cup final. He even managed to get Luis Enrique pinned at the end of the match. And he will be the Blues’ number 1 offensive asset from next Wednesday at the Parc des Princes, while Liam Rosenior has clearly made him essential in his eleven.
With his mischief, his quality of movement and his taste for duels, he presents all the qualities to annoy the Parisian hinge, too often taken behind his back by the most mobile attackers. It also does not solve all the problems of Chelsea, who still have gaps in defense and who have not yet found their starting goalkeeper (Robert Sanchez was demoted in favor of Jorgensen). But his presence is enough to make Parisians tremble.
