Joao Pedro explains choosing number 20 for Chelsea shirt
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 16, 2026, 2:25 PM
Last updated Oct 16, 2026
Joao Pedro chose number 20 as his third choice shirt number at Chelsea. The decision was influenced by Cole Palmer's success in the shirt before Palmer switched to number 10. Originally aiming for number 9 and then 11, Pedro settled on 20 after other players occupied those numbers. Chelsea will soon face Everton in an upcoming match where Pedro continues to play a pivotal role.
- •Joao Pedro chose number 20 as his third choice shirt number.
- •Cole Palmer previously wore number 20 and performed well.
- •Pedro initially wanted numbers 9 and 11 but they were taken.
- •Chelsea will face Everton in their next match.
- •Pedro has been influential in Chelsea's early season scoring.
- 2:25 PMYahoo Sports — Sources explain why Joao Pedro picked number 20 as his third choice shirt number
"Joao Pedro was inspired by Cole Palmer when it came to choosing his original Chelsea number, according to Matt Law.If you enjoy Talk Chelsea coverage and want to see more of it, add us as a preferred ...
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