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Chelsea staff warned over Fantasy Premier League use

Chelsea warn staff to be careful about revealing team news through Fantasy Premier League after Joao Pedro's injury appeared to have been inadvertently disclosed through team selections.

Published: Monday, 9 November 2026 at 12:41 PM
Chelsea staff warned over Fantasy Premier League use
Key Things to Know
  • Chelsea warned staff against inadvertently leaking team news through Fantasy Premier League selections.
  • Joao Pedro was reportedly dropped by staff and player Morgan Rogers before his injury was announced.
  • The leaked absence occurred prior to Chelsea's 2-0 home defeat against Tottenham.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Chelsea have sent an email warning staff about revealing sensitive team news through Fantasy Premier League selections. The internal warning came after Joao Pedro's quad injury was reportedly exposed ahead of Chelsea's 2-0 defeat to Tottenham, when forward Morgan Rogers and several club staff removed Pedro from their fantasy teams prior to any official announcement.

Manager Xabi Alonso stated after the Tottenham match that he was unaware of the situation and does not participate in fantasy football. Chelsea consider the issue an isolated incident that can be managed through awareness, and no further formal restrictions are currently expected.

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