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Alonso: Benzema-like Joao Pedro is on same level as Haaland

September 12, 2026 · Sky Sports

Xabi Alonso offered high praise for Chelsea attacker Joao Pedro, drawing a direct comparison between him and former Ballon d'Or winner Karim Benzema. The manager further stated that Pedro currently performs at an equal standard to Manchester City goalscorer Erling Haaland.

Original source: Sky Sports ↗

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