Sky Sports Premier League Podcast One on One | Chelsea's Joao Pedro on playing for a new 'gaffer’, moving from Brazil and which position is his best.
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Feb 5, 2026 João Pedro, Brazilian forward who rose from Watford to Brighton and now Chelsea, reflects on adapting to English football and his first weeks under Liam Rosenior. He talks about shifting between striker and number 10, why the Premier League attracts Brazilians, his quick English learning, and his ambitions for Brazil at the World Cup.
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Intensity Over Aesthetics
- João Pedro says Liam Rosenior's first message was to demand intensity from the team above all else.
- He believes intensity can compensate for imperfect play and still win games.
Value Specific Manager Feedback
- Liam Rosenior gave João Pedro individual feedback and promised to help him develop daily.
- João Pedro welcomes specific coaching because it reveals areas he needs to improve.
Versatile Role Between 9 And 10
- Rosenior sees João Pedro primarily as a striker but also as a potential number 10.
- João Pedro prefers playing close to goal because he feels more dangerous there.