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Morgan Rogers tells Chelsea icon why Joao Pedro is ‘always moaning’ at him behind the scenes

Chelsea star Morgan Rogers has shared what Joao Pedro has told him since becoming team-mates this summer…

Published: Sunday, 1 November 2026 at 4:30 PM
Morgan Rogers tells Chelsea icon why Joao Pedro is ‘always moaning’ at him behind the scenes
Key Things to Know
  • Morgan Rogers revealed injured teammate Joao Pedro constantly urges him in training to chip goalkeepers when through on goal.
  • Chelsea defeated Manchester United 2-0 following goals from Rogers and a Cole Palmer penalty.
  • Former Chelsea striker Tore Andre Flo praised Rogers for his finish during a post-match interview.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Chelsea forward Morgan Rogers credited teammate Joao Pedro for influencing his chipped goal during Chelsea's 2-0 victory against Manchester United. Speaking to former Chelsea striker Tore Andre Flo after the match, Rogers explained that Pedro is constantly urging him in training to chip goalkeepers in one-on-one situations. Rogers opened the scoring with a solo run and chip over Senne Lammens before Cole Palmer sealed the win from the penalty spot.

Pedro missed the fixture due to a thigh issue after a strong start to the season with five goals and three assists. Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso praised the team's second-half attacking response following recent defeats, noting that the squad adapted effectively despite key absences, with Manchester United also reduced to ten men after Lisandro Martinez's red card.

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