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João Pedro receives Premier League Player of the Month award for August

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 11, 2026, 11:40 AM

Last updated Sep 11, 2026

João Pedro receives Premier League Player of the Month award for August

Summary

Chelsea forward João Pedro earned the Premier League Player of the Month award for August following his performance during the opening of the 2026/27 season. The 24-year-old recorded two goals and two assists across two matches to help secure wins against Fulham and Brighton. His contribution included an opening goal 33 seconds into the fixture against Fulham and multiple assists for teammate Cole Palmer. João Pedro beat seven other nominees, including Palmer, to become the first Chelsea recipient of the award since September 2024. He is the seventh Brazilian player to receive the honor in league history.

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By the Numbers

•João Pedro recorded two goals and two assists in two matches.
•Chelsea defeated Fulham and Brighton to begin the season.
•The award makes him the seventh Brazilian player to win the monthly honor.
•He finished ahead of teammate Cole Palmer and six other nominees.

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João Pedro has been named the Premier League Player of the Month for August after making a flying start to the 2026/27 season.The Chelsea striker scored twice and provided two assists in the club’...
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