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Chelsea dealing with a new problem after Joao Pedro injury

Chelsea have warned their staff about the risks of team news and tactics being leaked through popular game Fantasy Premier League.

Published: Monday, 9 November 2026 at 9:00 PM
Chelsea dealing with a new problem after Joao Pedro injury
Key Things to Know
  • Chelsea warned staff about Fantasy Premier League activity after Joao Pedro's injury was inadvertently leaked through the game.
  • Accounts linked to staff and Morgan Rogers removed Pedro from fantasy teams before a 2-0 loss to Tottenham.
  • Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso stated that he was unaware of the fantasy activity following the defeat.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Chelsea have warned staff regarding their use of Fantasy Premier League after injury information was leaked through the game. The issue arose when staff and player accounts removed Joao Pedro prior to Chelsea's 2-0 defeat to Tottenham, signaling his absence before the official team lineup was announced.

Manager Xabi Alonso admitted after the match that he was unaware of the fantasy gaming activity. The club has sent an internal email reminding employees to exercise caution on public platforms, though a complete ban on FPL is not currently anticipated.

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