Why is Joao Pedro not suspended for Chelsea against Liverpool?

Joao Pedro’s red card in the Champions League won’t keep him out of Chelsea’s Premier League meeting with Liverpool, giving the Blues an attacking boost. Punters may favour market moves for Chelsea to score or for both teams to score; consider backing goals markets (BTTS/over 1.5) rather than a low-scoring outright result until team news confirms lineups.

Chelsea forward Joao Pedro clear to face Liverpool despite Champions League red

Joao Pedro was sent off in Chelsea’s Champions League tie with Benfica but will be available for the Premier League clash with Liverpool at Stamford Bridge. The Brazilian signed from Brighton for a reported £55m and has already contributed goals since his arrival.

Why Pedro’s suspension doesn’t affect Premier League selection

The red card Pedro received applies to the competition in which it was shown, so his suspension will be served in the Champions League rather than in domestic matches. He is therefore eligible for selection against Liverpool but will miss Chelsea’s next European fixture.

Disciplinary trend worrying for manager

This red card follows recent dismissals for other Chelsea players, leaving the squad with three sendings-off in four matches across competitions. While the team managed a narrow cup win over lower-league opposition, the spate of expulsions is a concern for consistency and squad availability heading into high-profile fixtures.

Betting implications and what punters should watch

Pedro’s availability strengthens Chelsea’s attack and could nudge markets toward goals at Stamford Bridge. Consider bets on Chelsea to score, both teams to score (BTTS), or over 1.5 goals rather than low-scoring outcomes. Monitor final team sheets and any further disciplinary rulings before placing larger stakes.

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