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Published 14:49 21 Oct 2024 BST
Updated 14:49 21 Oct 2024 BST
Barcelona’s Pedri made a triumphant return to the starting XI this weekend, capping his performance with a superb goal in a 5-1 thrashing of Sevilla.
The Spain midfielder's 27th-minute strike has been chosen as SportsJOE's Goal of the Weekend, standing out amid a host of contenders from across Europe's top leagues.
Pedri, who had been sidelined with injury for several weeks, wasted no time making his mark upon his return to the starting line up.
The 21-year-old latched onto a precise pass at the edge of a crowded Sevilla box following a Barcelona counter-attack.
With defenders closing in, Pedri calmly shifted the ball to his right foot before hitting a perfectly placed shot past the goalkeeper into the top corner. Robert Lewandowski (2) and Pablo Torre scored the other goals for the La Liga leaders on the night.
It was Pedri's strike, however, that stood out in a crushing win.
The precision and poise he exhibited under pressure was a reminder of his immense talent, and it underscored his importance to Hansi Flick's side.
Barcelona were already in control of the game, but Pedri’s goal set the tone for a dominant performance, effectively killing off any chance of a Sevilla comeback.
His timing, awareness, and finishing touch were a masterclass in midfield play, and it was a perfect example of why he is regarded as one of the brightest talents in football.
You can watch the goal below.

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