September 12th 2024.
Joao Pedro has certainly made a name for himself at Brighton this season, impressing both his manager and fans alike. Fabian Hurzeler, the Brighton manager, recently hinted that the talented striker may be fit enough to play in their upcoming Premier League game against Ipswich on Saturday.
At just 22 years old, Pedro has already caught the attention of many with his late winner against Manchester United and a goal that helped secure a point against Arsenal in his last match before the international break. However, there were concerns about his fitness as he played for 45 minutes in Brazil's 1-0 defeat against Paraguay on Wednesday. Hurzeler remains optimistic though, trusting in his medical team to ensure Pedro is ready to face Ipswich, who are still searching for their first win this season.
The Brighton boss expressed his confidence in the team's medical department and the professionalism of the players to take care of their recovery. While they may not be able to train with the team today, Hurzeler is hopeful that they will be able to join in tomorrow's practice and ultimately be a part of the squad for Saturday's game.
Speaking of Pedro's international duties, he played in the second half of Brazil's game against Paraguay. But Hurzeler also provided an update on another player, summer signing Matt O'Riley, who has been recovering from surgery after injuring his ankle during his debut last month. The manager shared that O'Riley is in good spirits and has a positive attitude, even rehabbing at the training ground.
During the international break, Hurzeler took the time to reflect on the team's performance so far this season. With seven points out of a possible nine, it's clear that things are going well for Brighton. The manager emphasized the importance of self-reflection and analyzing where the team can improve. He also used the time to plan for the upcoming busy schedule, with many home games on the horizon. And of course, he made sure to take a few minutes for himself as well.
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