Joao Pedro’s strong recent form and Chelsea’s double Gameweek make him a tempting bet for punters—consider backing him as an anytime scorer or for an attacking return in GW22 when he starts vs West Ham. Be wary of rotation risk that could limit minutes and affect anytime-scorer stakes.
Joao Pedro back in favour after Selhurst display
Joao Pedro (£3.9m) has surged back into Dream Team managers’ plans following a eye-catching display at Selhurst Park. The Brazilian doubled Chelsea’s lead after half-time and was credited with a ‘fantasy assist’ when his effort led to a penalty for Enzo Fernandez. Pedro collected 13 points and delivered his best single-game return since Gameweek 10, helping explain his popularity ahead of Gameweek 22.
Match impact and recent returns
Pedro’s goal and influential moments underlined his value: he was substituted in the 85th minute after a performance that demonstrated his efficiency in limited minutes. Earlier in the season he returned 41 points across the first four Gameweeks via two goals and three assists, though his ownership fell during a quieter run where he managed just 16 points over five Gameweeks.
Clinical numbers and scoring frequency
Across the campaign Pedro has nine goals and five assists, averaging a goal involvement every 151.1 minutes. His last ten matches have produced four goals, two assists and 55 Dream Team points, highlighting a high return rate when on form.
Rotation and minutes — the main concern
The caveat for managers and punters is Pedro’s playing time. He shares minutes with Liam Delap (£3.4m) under Liam Rosenior and averages 56.8 minutes per appearance over his last ten outings. That makes him efficient but potentially risky for those seeking guaranteed 90-minute contributions.
Gameweek 22 outlook and fixture context
Chelsea are among just four sides with two fixtures in Gameweek 22: a Premier League home tie with West Ham and the Carabao Cup semi-final second leg against Arsenal at the Emirates (first leg finished 3-2 to Arsenal). The double Gameweek lifts Pedro’s appeal for managers chasing extra minutes and points this round.
Fixture-by-fixture implications
West Ham has improved recently, but the match-up is presented as favourable for Pedro — a factor that helps explain his transfer demand this week. However, Gameweek 21 is not concluded: Chelsea face Napoli in the Champions League on Wednesday, and the outcome will determine whether they progress directly to the last 16 or face additional play-off fixtures, potentially increasing squad rotation and fixture congestion.
Betting and fantasy tips
For fantasy managers and punters, Pedro looks like a strong double-Gameweek target if you can tolerate rotation risk.
Consider backing him in anytime-scorer markets or attacking return markets for GW22, especially if he’s confirmed to start against West Ham.
Keep an eye on the Napoli Champions League result and any rotation updates before locking in bets or transfers.
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DREAM TEAM managers are turning back to Joao Pedro (£3.9m) after the Chelsea forward's impressive performance at Selhurst Park. At the time of writing, the Brazilian is the most popular recruit ahead of the Gameweek 22 deadline. Pedro bamboozled Adam Wharton (£3.9m) to create enough space in the box for him to double the Blues'...
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