Watch: Chelsea forward Joao Pedro scores first UCL goal against Atalanta

Chelsea forward Joao Pedro put his side 1-0 up against Atalanta in Bergamo this evening, the Brazilian’s first goal in the Champions League.

After a slick ball across the face of goal from Chelsea star Reece James, Joao Pedro was there to poke it in and, after a lengthy VAR check, the goal was confirmed.

Atalanta could have done their qualification hopes a world of good with a win against Enzo Maresca’s Chelsea but trail heading into half-time.

La Dea also suffered an injury blow in the first half, with Raoul Bellanova forced off with an injury and replaced by Davide Zappacosta.

João Pedro has his first Champions League goal 😮‍💨

A lengthy VAR check but the forward slides in to meet Reece James’ cross!@tntsports & @discoveryplusUK pic.twitter.com/jLdnJykTvp

— Football on TNT Sports (@footballontnt) December 9, 2025