Joao Pedro is hoping his strong start to the season at Chelsea can earn him a regular place in Carlo Ancelottis Brazil squad. Ancelotti was in the stands at Stamford Bridge on Sunday to watch Joao Pedro start and score in Chelseas 4-3 win over Brighton.The 24-year-old has now scored twice and provided two assists in his opening two Premier League games this season, continuing the impressive form he showed during his first campaign at Chelsea.I try to do my job regardless of who is watching, Joao Pedro told ESPN after the game.I always aim to maintain a high standard. As for the Brazilian national team, I want to carry on doing my job and, God willing, Ill be there.Joao Pedro was left out of Brazils World Cup squad, with Ancelotti opting for more experienced attacking options.The forward has eight caps for his country since making his senior debut in 2023 and is now hoping his performances for Chelsea can put him back in contention.Pedro aiming for titlesJoao Pedro joined Chelsea from Brighton in July 2025 and enjoyed an impressive first season at Stamford Bridge, scoring 20 goals and providing nine assists in 50 appearances.He was subsequently named Chelseas Player of the Season.I think Ive been proving this [good form] over the years, Joao Pedro said.I got off to a good start last season, and this season too; now its a case of keeping up the pace, carrying on working hard and, God willing, finishing as high up the table as possible.Brazil were eliminated by Norway in the last 16 of the 2026 World Cup and will return to action against Australia in a friendly on September 25. Topics Chelsea F.C. Joao Pedro Add us as a preferred source on Google If you enjoy reading this article, you can help support our independent football journalism by adding 101 Great Goals as a preferred source You Should Also Read Alonso hails valuable Chelsea win over Brighton but sweats on Caicedo injury Mitch Fretton 30th August, 2026 Chelsea 4-3 Brighton: Report, result and goals as Blues hit four in home win Mitch Fretton 30th August, 2026 WATCH: Chelsea storm into dominant lead against Brighton Mitch Fretton 30th August, 2026 LIVE Chelsea v Brighton: Commentary, updates, goals and stats Jon Fisher 26th August, 2026 Chelsea vs Brighton: Line-ups confirmed for clash at Stamford Bridge Mitch Fretton 30th August, 2026 Aston Villa complete �65m signing of Nicolas Jackson Mitch Fretton 28th August, 2026
