Impact Pedro returns from a muscle strain in time to take up a role in the starting XI. The attacker starts in the Lazio front three having scored twice and provided two assists in 21 league appearances.
FEBRUARY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Starting on Sunday Pedro is fit and in the starting XI to face Salernitana on Sunday.
Questionable for Salernitana match Pedro practiced on his own due to a muscular problem Saturday, Tuttomercatoweb informs.
Impact Pedro will go through a late fitness test and might try to gut it out since Matteo Zaccagni is suspended for this one. The alternative options on the wings are youngsters Matteo Cancellieri and Luka Romero, who rarely play.
FEBRUARY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Scores against Verona Pedro drew two fouls and scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Monday's 1-1 draw against Verona.
Impact Pedro got the nod with Felipe Anderson not in tip-top shape and broke the deadlock with a classy lefty finish from inside the box. He hadn't hit the net since late October, and he's up now to five goals in the season. He has logged five shots (one on target), two chances created, and two crosses (one accurate) in the last five fixtures.
FEBRUARY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Takes two shots against Juventus Pedro drew two fouls, won two duels, and had two shots (one on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Sunday's 0-3 defeat against Juventus.
Impact Pedro put together a muted stat-line, but he was one of the most active Lazio players in a poor offensive showing. He has logged four goals, two assists, 24 shots (nine on target), and 11 chances created in 18 appearances (eight starts), as he was slowed down by an ankle sprain in the early going.
NOVEMBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Bags helper in Atalanta victory Pedro assisted once on one cross (one accurate) and two chances created during Sunday's 2-0 victory over Atalanta.
Impact Pedro was in the starting XI after appearing as a substitute last time out. He made the most of his time on the pitch, locating Mattia Zaccagni during the 10th minute to help open the scoring for the match. He was replaced for rest and defensive purposes in the 84th by Matteo Cancellieri.
OCTOBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Scores off bench Pedro scored one goal from two shots (one on goal) during 33 minutes off the bench in Sunday's 4-0 win over Cremonese.
Impact Pedro has only started once all season in Thursday's UEL loss to Midtjylland but still has two goals and one assist in five sub appearances in league matches. Given his role off the bench, Pedro is unlikely to play a major role in fantasy unless he breaks into the starting lineup with consistency.
SEPTEMBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Returns midweek Pedro (ankle) got the start in Thursday's 1-5 loss to Midtjylland.
Impact Pedro returned on the pitch after missing two matches and immediately cracked the XI, especially considering that Matteo Zaccagni is banged up. The same could happen Sunday against Cremonese. He has scored and assisted once, in the same game, adding five shots seven shots (three on target), three chances created, and five inaccurate crosses in five appearances.
SEPTEMBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Resumes training Pedro (ankle) was spotted practicing Wednesday, Radiosei reports.
Impact Pedro hadn't trained for about a week while nursing an ankle issue that has severely hampered him in the early going considering that he has yet to notch a start. He's poised to be called up either Thursday versus Midtjylland or Sunday against Cremonese.
SEPTEMBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Comes off bench in Torino game Pedro (ankle) had five passes and was dispossessed once in Saturday's 0-0 tie versus Torino.
Impact Pedro returned after dealing with an ankle injury but wasn't effective in his cameo. He could supplant either Felipe Anderson or Mattia Zaccagni in the next game. He registered nine goals, five assists, 36 shots (20 on target) and 29 chances in 32 appearances in 2021/2022.
AUGUST 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Fit for Torino game Pedro (ankle) hasn't had any hiccup in practice and will be good to go for Saturday's game against Torino, Tuttomercatoweb reports.
Impact Pedro resumed training earlier this week after missing a couple of weeks with an ankle injury and will be back into the fold Saturday. Though, he's more likely to come off the bench than to start since he might lack some conditioning. Mattia Zaccagni and Felipe Anderson could get the nod again. He recorded nine goals, five assists, 36 shots (20 on target) and 29 chances in 32 matches (25 starts) last season.
AUGUST 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Spotted at practice Pedro (ankle) was able to train on the side Wednesday, Radiosei reports.
Impact Pedro returned at the training center after nursing an ankle sprain for a couple of weeks. He has good chances to be good to go for Saturday's game versus Torino, but he's likely to be brought off the bench at first.
AUGUST 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Misses Bologna match Pedro (ankle) was unavailable for Sunday's game against Bologna.
Impact Pedro couldn't go as suspected and will try to shake off the sprain ahead of Saturday's away tilt against Torino, otherwise Felipe Anderson and Mattia Zaccagni will man the wings like in the opener.
AUGUST 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Doubtful for Bologna game Pedro has barely practiced all week due to a sore ankle, Tuttomercatoweb informs.
Impact Pedro got hurt in the final friendly and has had trouble getting past the injury. He would be heavily limited even if he managed to shake it off and be available. Mattia Zaccagni and Felipe Anderson are expected to start on the flanks Sunday.
AUGUST 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Scores as substitute Pedro scored one goal from his only shot, created one chance and sent in two inaccurate crosses in 42 minutes during Saturday's 3-3 draw to Verona.
Impact Pedro subbed on in the second half and scored in the 62nd minute to give them the 3-2 comeback lead, but they later allowed an equalizer. The forward was out of favor recently, with three appearances off bench in their last eight games after a calf injury. He finished the season with 10 goals, six assists, 46 shots, 34 chances created, 46 crosses and 40 tackles in 40 appearances (30 starts).
MAY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Comes off bench against Juventus Pedro (calf) took one off-target shot, had one interception and one successful take-on and won two duels in 38 minutes in Monday's 2-2 draw versus Juventus.
Impact Pedro was used as a sub in his first game back after a calf injury and did not have a great impact. If Ciro Immobile remains sidelined for Saturday's game against Verona, he will compete for the starting job with Jovane Cabral. He has tallied eight goals, five assists, 35 shots (19 on target) and 28 chances in 31 seasonal appearances.
MAY 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Will be option against Juventus Pedro (calf) has logged two full training sessions in a row and will be available for Monday's match versus Juventus, Tuttomercatoweb informs.
Impact Pedro has solved the calf issue that sidelined him for four consecutive matches and will be a candidate to replace either Ciro Immobile, if he could not play through his ankle problem, or Felipe Anderson. He has posted one goal, one assist, six shots (four on target) and two chances in the last five appearances.
MAY 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Will remain sidelined Pedro (calf) will stay on the mend for Saturday's game versus Sampdoria, Tuttomercatoweb informs.
Impact Pedro will miss the fourth straight game because of a calf issue that has turned out to be more severe than anticipated, forcing Lazio to rely on their other offensive options.
MAY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Likely to miss another one Pedro (calf) has not resumed practicing this week either, Tuttomercatoweb informs.
Impact Pedro is headed for the third straight absence barring a surprising turn of events. Felipe Anderson and Mattia Zaccagni have manned the flanks while he was out, while Raul Moro and Luka Romero have seen limited minutes off the bench.
APRIL 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Doubtful for Milan game Pedro (calf) has remained limited in practice throughout the week, Tuttomercatoweb informs.
Impact Pedro is at risk of missing the second game in a row, and the third in the last four, because of a calf problem. Felipe Anderson and Mattia Zaccagni are set to get another start even if he managed to be available.
APRIL 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Not dealing with major injury Pedro sat out the Torino game because an old scar in his calf flared up this week, coach Maurizio Sarri announced.
Impact Pedro has not strained his muscles, which would entail a multi-week absence, but he needs to be monitored almost daily to avoid bigger issues. He could be back for next Sunday's home game versus Milan but, since he is unlikely to see major minutes anytime soon, Felipe Anderson and Mattia Zaccagni will probably notch a few more starts.
APRIL 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Doubtful for Torino game Pedro has not practiced in the last three days due to a calf problem, Tuttomercatoweb informs.
Impact Pedro has dealt with minor issues in the same area earlier in the season, and he is at risk of being ruled out altogether. Felipe Anderson and Mattia Zaccagni are the frontrunners to start on the flanks even if he somehow managed to be available.
APRIL 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Assists as substitute Pedro had an assist with his lone chance created while taking one shot (on goal) during Sunday's 4-1 win over Genoa.
Impact Pedro entered the match in the 72nd minute and set up Ciro Immobile in the 76th minute, assisting Lazio's final goal. The assist was the fifth of the season for the attacker as he made the most of his limited time on the pitch.
APRIL 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Will return against Genoa Pedro served his one-game ban in Saturday's 2-1 win over Sassuolo.
Impact Pedro will be eligible to play in Sunday's away game versus Genoa, where he will be in contention with Felipe Anderson. He has tallied one goal, five shots, one chance and ten crosses in the last five appearances.
APRIL 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Suspended for Sassuolo game Pedro took two shots on target, created one scoring chance, sent in two inaccurate crosses and won one duel in Sunday's 0-3 loss to Roma and will miss one game due to yellow-card a...
Impact Pedro had a poor outing like most of the Lazio players and will have to sit out one game due to yellow-card accumulation. Felipe Anderson and Mattia Zaccagni will get the start against Sassuolo after the break, with Raul Moro and Luka Romero as the top backups.
MARCH 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Scores against Napoli Pedro took two shots (both on target), won two of two tackles, drew one foul and scored a goal in 25 minutes in Sunday's 1-2 loss to Napoli.
Impact Pedro was managed due to an ankle problem, but he delivered in his cameo, finding the target with a fantastic volley from outside the box following a corner kick. He is now up to nine goals and five assists in the season. He had not hit the net since late December. Lazio will face Cagliari away Saturday.
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
