PEDRO NEWS

Scores crucial goal in 5-1 win Pedro scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Thursday's 5-1 win versus Como.

Impact Pedro scored the second goal in the game, finishing 5-1, putting his side 2-0 up. This makes it three games in a row that he has scored and five goals in his last six games, including two in his two starts in the Europa League and two from the bench in the league. This is the third game this season that he has taken two shots, in each of his three most recent starts.

NOVEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in 3-0 victory Pedro scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), four crosses (two accurate) and three corners in Sunday's 3-0 win over Genoa.

Impact Pedro gave his side a 2-0 lead with a shot from very close range in the 86th minute of action. It marked his second goal in the last three league games and his second of the season. He also tied his season high with two chances created in the match and set a new season high with two accurate crosses.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Scores winner off bench Pedro scored a goal off his lone shot after coming off the bench during Sunday's 2-1 win over Empoli.

Impact Pedro was brought in the 73rd minute to replace Gustav Isaksen and ended up as the hero for Lazio. In the 84th minute, the veteran forward picked up a perfect through pass inside the box and then fired a powerful right-footer into the near post to beat the goalkeeper and bag the game-winner. This was the first league goal of the year for Pedro, who's been receiving little playing time in domestic matches at this start of campaign.

OCTOBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up teammate against Empoli Pedro assisted once to go with one block and one chance created in 18 minutes in Sunday's 2-0 victory versus Empoli.

Impact Pedro made an impact despite his scarce playing time by intercepting an errand pass and linking up with Matias Vecino in the opposing box on the game-sealing goal. It's his first assist. He has come off the bench in six straight fixtures, totaling two shots (zero on target), two tackles (one won) and one key pass.

MAY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Busy off the bench against Verona Pedro registered two shots (one on goal), two crosses (zero accurate), and one chance created in 18 minutes in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Verona.

Impact Pedro put up good numbers relative to his playing time, but Lorenzo Montipo denied his best effort from outside the box. He'll go back to a bench role with Mattia Zaccagni returning, but he'll remain in the mix since Gustav Tang Isaksen is unavailable. He has scored once and logged four shots (three on target), two chances created, and five crosses (one accurate) in the last five fixtures.

DECEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores winner against Cagliari Pedro scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal) in Saturday's 1-0 victory versus Cagliari.

Impact Pedro scored the winning goal after starting for the first time in three matches. He has mainly been a rotational piece behind Mattia Zaccagni (hip) on the left wing but his injury opened up a spot in the first XI for the Spaniard, although Zaccagni may be back next week against Verona.

DECEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nets second Champions League goal Pedro scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Wednesday's 3-1 defeat to Feyenoord.

Impact Pedro entered the match in the 68th minute and did not take long to make an impact, scoring Lazio's only goal of the match on a penalty in the 83rd minute. Unfortunately for the squad, they still trailed by two goals and could not make up the difference. The goal marks the second in three Champions League matches this season for Pedro.

OCTOBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nets late game winner Pedro scored a goal with his lone shot during Wednesday's 2-1 win over Celtic.

Impact Pedro entered the match in the 84th minute and scored the game winning goal five minutes into stoppage time. The goal was the first in all competitions for the winger as Pedro has settled into a substitutes role this season with just 94 minutes played across five Serie A and two Champions League appearances.

OCTOBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Subs in late versus Napoli Pedro (ankle) had one tackle and four touches in ten minutes in Saturday's 2-1 win over Napoli.

Impact Pedro returned from a brief absence but only saw limited minutes. He appears to be still ahead of Gustav Tang Isaksen in the pecking order, but Mattia Zaccagni and Felipe Anderson are the clear starters on the wings. He has logged two chances created, one inaccurate cross, and three takcles in two appearances off the bench.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Likely for Napoli clash Pedro (ankle) returned to full training ahead of Saturday's game versus Napoli, Il Messaggero reports.

Impact Pedro didn't practice much in the lead-up to the game but is feeling better than last week and he's expected to be a bench option and provide depth on both flanks.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Sunday Pedro (ankle) hasn't been called up for Sunday's match versus Genoa.

Impact Pedro was in doubt because of an ankle injury and will be spared this week to try to heal fully. Either Felipe Anderson or Gustav Isaksen will start on the right flank, while Mattia Zaccagni will man the left one.

AUGUST 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Genoa game Pedro practiced very little this week due to an ankle problem, Tuttomercatoweb relays.

Impact Pedro has had recurring issues in that area and was spotted working on the side also Friday, so he's at risk of not making the game-day squad list. He's usually the top offensive backup. Felipe Anderson and Gustav Isaksen would absorb his playing time.

AUGUST 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes three shots versus Empoli Pedro won three of four tackles, created one scoring chance, and took three shots (all on target) in a 2-0 win in the season finale against Empoli.

Impact Pedro had impeccable aim but didn't manage to put one past the goalie. He was technically a super sub but played a lot due to Ciro Immobile's injury woes. His numbers regressed compared to the past season but were still okay. He scored three times and added three assists, 50 shots (19 on target), and 26 key passes in 42 appearances (20 starts).

JUNE 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in win versus Cremonese Pedro assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-2 victory versus Cremonese.

Impact Pedro recorded an assist Sunday, his first since Oct. 23 at Atalanta. The assist came in the 37th minute as Pedro found Sergej Milinkovic-Savic with a cross. It was the only chance he created in the match to go with three crosses (one accurate) and two drawn fouls in his 60 minutes of playing time in his first start since April 22.

MAY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Subs in well in Lecce game Pedro won one duel, drew one foul, and registered three shots (one on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in 32 minutes in Friday's 2-2 draw against Lecce.

Impact Pedro provided a jolt off the bench even though he didn't participate in the equalizer. He has started once in the past five bouts, tallying five shots (two on target), four chances created, three crosses (one accurate), and four tackles (three won).

MAY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in win Pedro scored once from two shots (one on target) and created two chances in Sunday's 2-0 win at Monza.

Impact Pedro scored for the first time in seven games and now has four for the season. The three-time Champions League winner has been in and out of the starting XI throughout this season but has started five of the last six.

APRIL 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots in win Pedro recorded two shots (one on goal) in Sunday's 1-0 victory versus Roma.

Impact Pedro was a constant threat on the wings for Lazio, even though he couldn't find the back of the net. The veteran winger has gone six straight games (four starts) without scoring and will try to snap that drought when the Serie A campaign resumes following the international break. He has three goals and two assists across 25 appearances (13 starts) this season.

MARCH 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes cameo in Napoli bout Pedro (hand) registered one interception and one block and won one duel in 31 minutes in Friday's 1-0 win over Napoli.

Impact Pedro played with a soft cast to protect the fractured hand and relieved Felipe Anderson in the second half. He will likely continue to be the top offensive backup and a fill-in starter the rest of the way. He has scored once and posted nine shots (three on target), two key passes, and five crosses (zero accurate) in the last five tilts.

MARCH 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

On bench against Napoli Pedro (hand) is in Lazio's match day squad for Friday's clash against Napoli.

Impact Pedro fractured his left hand in the second half of last weekend's victory against Sampdoria, but he's fit enough to make the bench Friday while Mattia Zaccagni starts in his place on the left wing.

MARCH 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers hand injury in Sampdoria game Pedro took three off-target shots, created one scoring chance, won two of two tackels and drew three fouls in 57 minutes in Monday's 1-0 win over Sampdoria and suffered a left-hand...

Impact Pedro picked up the injury in the first half and was sporting a soft cast after the interval. He's been labeled as day-to-day but he's not expected to miss time, although he could drop to the bench, as usually happens when Mattia Zaccagni, Ciro Immobile, and Felipe Anderson are all fit.

FEBRUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting on Monday Pedro (nose) is in Lazio's starting lineup for Monday's clash against Sampdoria.

Impact Pedro missed last week's Europa Conference League draw after undergoing nose surgery, but he's back in the XI on the left wing with a face mask against Sampdoria.

FEBRUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go for Sampdoria game Pedro (nose) will be an option for Monday's clash with Sampdoria, Tuttomercatoweb informs.

Impact Pedro sat out the midweek cup match, but he has been able to practice with no limitations while sporting a mask to protect his surgically-repaired nose. Whoever is in better shape between him and Mattia Zaccagni (illness) will get the start. He has scored once and added seven shots (three on target), two key passes, and six crosses (one accurate) in the last four matches.

FEBRUARY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not cleared to play Pedro (nose) will miss Thursday's match versus Cluj in Europa League, coach Maurizio Sarri informed.

Impact Pedro will be fitted with a mask, but he has been advised to rest for a few days after the surgery. He'll try to make progress ahead of Monday's game versus Sampdoria.

FEBRUARY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gets nose surgery Pedro had a compound nose fracture surgically reduced, Lazio announced.

Impact Pedro played most of Sunday's 2-0 win over Salernitana, recording two shots on target, two chances created, and one inaccurate cross despite getting hurt in the first half. He'll likely be fitted with a mask, but it remains to be seen whether he'll be cleared to play in Monday's home game versus Sampdoria.

FEBRUARY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances in win Pedro took two shots (both on target), created two chances and had one inaccurate cross in Sunday's 2-0 win at Salerntina.

Impact Pedro put together a solid attacking performance Sunday, as he created two chances and took two on-target shots. His two on-target shots are the most he has had this season, and his two chances created are his most since Oct. 23 versus Atalanta. He has been in a bit of a rut for the majority of the Serie A season, as he had just one goal and one assist in his past 16 league matches. While he does have two goals in four Europa League matches over that span, his lack of output in Serie A is a concern moving forward.

FEBRUARY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE