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New Chelsea signing Pedro has given John Terry his backing after yet another difficult weekend, calling his Blues team-mate a "great captain".
The Spain international moved from Barcelona for £21.1m last week, and enjoyed a dream debut for Chelsea yesterday, with a goal and an assist in the Blues' 3-2 win at West Brom.
While it was a dream for Pedro, it was another chapter in Terry's nightmare season, as he was sent off after picking up a second yellow card. The previous week, the 34-year-old defender was substituted at half-time in Chelsea's 3-0 defeat by Manchester City.
Speaking at his press conference today, Pedro said:
"I had a great welcome at Chelsea. I felt comfortable from the start. John [Terry] is a great captain."
Show all 22 1 /22West Brom 2 Chelsea 3 player ratings West Brom 2 Chelsea 3 player ratings West Brom: Myhill The goalkeeper conceded three goals, but was let down by his defence. 6
West Brom 2 Chelsea 3 player ratings Dawson A central defender by trade but playing at right back, he struggled to cope with Hazard’s pace but got involved with West Brom’s attacks when he could. 5
West Brom 2 Chelsea 3 player ratings McAuley Costa got the better of the Northern Ireland international time and time again, and after the centre-back had lost his battle with the striker, it allowed Costa to set up Azpilicueta for Chelsea’s third. 4
West Brom 2 Chelsea 3 player ratings Olsson The Sweden international couldn’t deal with the pace of Pedro in the build-up to the winger’s opening goal. 4
West Brom 2 Chelsea 3 player ratings Brunt The left winger, who has been used at left back under Pulis, came close to equalising with a late shot that went high but he was exploited by Pedro throughout the game. 4
West Brom 2 Chelsea 3 player ratings Yacob It was his run forwards that allowed Willian to get in behind him and set up Costa for his goal. Was lacking in pace in opener as Willian got past him to make it 2-0. 5
West Brom 2 Chelsea 3 player ratings McManaman The winger’s pace caused Azpilicueta all sorts of problems and after skipping past the left-back, he was brought down by Matic for the penalty. He also provided the cross for Morrison’s second goal. 7
West Brom 2 Chelsea 3 player ratings Morrison West Brom’s longest-serving player made up for his missed penalty by scoring twice in what was a positive showing for the midfielder. 8
West Brom 2 Chelsea 3 player ratings Flecther Worked hard in midfield to combat Fabregas’ influence but failed to fully protect his back line. 5
West Brom 2 Chelsea 3 player ratings McClean Was dangerous for West Brom and it was his good work that allowed him to get past Ivanovic and create Morrison’s second goal. 6
West Brom 2 Chelsea 3 player ratings Rondon Looked sharp on his debut and it was his overhead kick that set up Morrison for his goal. Didn’t get on the scoresheet but was a threat up front for the home side. 7
West Brom 2 Chelsea 3 player ratings Chelsea: Courtois Remained calm in goal despite the end-to-end nature of the match, saving Morrison's early penalty before making several late saves to ensure the win. 7
West Brom 2 Chelsea 3 player ratings Ivanovic Did better on the right flank than against Manchester City last week, but Chelsea’s vice-captain was beaten too easily by McClean for West Brom’s first goal before McManaman got the better of him for the home side’s second. 4
West Brom 2 Chelsea 3 player ratings Zouma Provided strength in central defence and made some good early tackles. 6
West Brom 2 Chelsea 3 player ratings Terry After being the subject of headlines following his substitution against City, the Chelsea skipper let himself down when he saw red for failing to keep up with Rondon before pulling the striker back while he was through on goal. 4
West Brom 2 Chelsea 3 player ratings Azpilicueta Helped restore Chelsea’s two-goal lead with his strike just before the break, but was beaten too easily by McManaman in the lead-up to West Brom’s penalty as he struggled with his defensive duties. 7
West Brom 2 Chelsea 3 player ratings Fabregas It was the Spaniard’s lofty pass that instigated the move that led to Azpilicueta’s goal, and the midfielder continued providing accurate passes to help build-up Chelsea’s attacks as the game went on. 7
West Brom 2 Chelsea 3 player ratings Matic Clumsily brought down McManaman to give away the penalty but was let off the hook when Courtois saved the resulting spot-kick. He didn’t look as strong in midfield as usual, and couldn’t contend with Morrison’s strength for West Brom’s second goal. 5
West Brom 2 Chelsea 3 player ratings Willian Made a great run on the counter to set up Chelsea’s second goal and should have scored just before the break but drove high. Another good performance with a high work rate against West Brom. 7
West Brom 2 Chelsea 3 player ratings Hazard The Belgian looked back to his best against West Brom as he set up Pedro for the opener and used his pace to cause the home side’s defence problems. 7
West Brom 2 Chelsea 3 player ratings Pedro4 Chelsea’s man of the match. The winger seemed at ease on his Premier League debut scoring a goal and setting up Diego Costa’s strike. His pace on the right and his superb crosses will prove dangerous for Chelsea this season. 8
West Brom 2 Chelsea 3 player ratings Costa.jpg His goal was the icing on the cake for the striker, who enjoyed a very good performance up front. Costa looked dangerous throughout and really should have bagged a brace in the second half but drove high with time and space. 8
Pedro, 28, also admitted that Manchester City and Manchester United were interested in him, but Chelsea acted "quickest". The Blues met his release clause.
John Terry leaves the field after dismissal against West Brom "Several English clubs were interested. United, City... But in the end Chelsea acted the quickest and wrapped up the deal."
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