Atlético-MG goalkeeper Everson highlighted the technical quality of Flamengo‘s Pedro, labeling the number 9 as the most difficult striker to neutralize in the country.
The finishing ability and technical versatility of Flamengo striker Pedro do not go unnoticed by his direct opponents. In a recent interview, Atlético-MG goalkeeper Everson placed the Rubro-Negro player at the top of the list of forwards who demand extra tactical preparation before matches.
For the Atlético goalkeeper, the difficulty in facing the striker lies in his unpredictability inside the penalty box. The player’s versatility, being able to score with both feet and in aerial plays, puts defenders and the goalkeeper under constant pressure for the full 90 minutes in the Brazilian Championship.
The goalkeeper’s analysis
Everson‘s recognition of Pedro‘s talent reflects the importance of detailed study before playing against Flamengo. The keeper admits that preparation against the number 9 is key to trying to prevent goals that often seem inevitable due to the player’s precision.
Everson stated during an appearance on the Charla Podcast:
Pedro has so many options for a striker. He finishes with his right foot, left foot, header, he can chip it, he can try to dribble past you… He is a natural finisher. When we play against him, we try to study him as much as possible because he finishes on the first touch, takes two touches on the ball, and knows very well what to do with it.
Goalscoring form and national spotlight
With 26 goals scored in the 2026 season, 16 of them in the Brazilian Serie A, Pedro consolidates his position as one of the top attacking figures in Brazilian football. The striker, who even scored twice against Everson himself at Arena MRV, remains in a tight battle for the national league’s top scorer title.
In addition to his club performance, the striker recently stood out wearing the Brazil national team shirt under Carlo Ancelotti. In a recent match against India, the player showed that, beyond his goalscoring instinct, he possesses the mobility required to operate outside the box, creating key spaces for his teammates.
Busy schedule and upcoming challenges
The next match between Everson and Pedro already has a set date: October 26, at the Maracanã, for the 32nd round of the tournament. Meanwhile, Flamengo focuses its efforts on immediate challenges. Following the international break, the Rio club prepares its squad to face Santos at Vila Belmiro.
The match against the São Paulo side, valid for the 29th round, will be broadcast on Premiere and will have full coverage from the M360 Team. The expectation is that, after a good performance during the FIFA window, Pedro will maintain his high pace to help the Rubro-Negro secure crucial points in the final stretch of the championship.
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