Pedro Neto proves once again that he is ‘Mr Reliable’ for Chelsea after 8/10 display at Cardiff | OneFootball

Chelsea claimed a hard-fought 3-1 victory at Cardiff City in the League Cup yesterday.

Alejandro Garnacho came on from the bench and netted a double while Pedro Neto also scored a well-taken goal, earning the Blues a place in the semi-final.

While Garnacho will take most of the plaudits, Neto deserves praise for a solid 25-minute cameo.

The Portuguese winger came on and helped Chelsea hold on to the ball. He also helped them be more incisive, providing the cutting edge they lacked.

His performance earned him an 8/10 rating from football.london, who described him as ‘Mr Reliable’.

Neto has been criticised by Chelsea fans for his lack of end product and decision-making in the final third, but he continues to deliver.

His defensive work rate and non-stop running will make him a mainstay of this Chelsea team for years to come.

Chelsea visit Newcastle United this weekend, and Neto is expected to reclaim his starting berth. He will hope to continue his excellent run of form.

His absence will be a massive blow for the Blues as they bid to consolidate their hold on fourth place in the Premier League table.