João Pedro scored after 32 seconds against Fulham in the 2026–27 Premier League opening weekend.
The Chelsea forward opened the scoring almost immediately in the 3–2 victory at Craven Cottage on 24 August 2026. Cole Palmer flicked the ball into João Pedro’s path, allowing him to break clear and finish inside the opening minute.
Fulham equalised through Josh King, but Chelsea regained the lead through Morgan Rogers before half-time. Palmer then scored Chelsea’s third goal early in the second half, while Gonzalo García pulled one back for Fulham.
The match was Chelsea’s first league game under manager Xabi Alonso. It was also a west London derby, making João Pedro’s rapid goal an especially memorable start to Alonso’s competitive Chelsea tenure.