According to a report by BBC Sport on Saturday, October 17, 2026, after a stellar performance in Chelsea's 2-0 Premier League win over Everton at the Hill Dickinson Stadium, winger Pedro Neto was named the match's most valuable player.

The Portuguese international's two second-half goals were the game-changer, as they allowed manager Xabi Alonso's Chelsea to earn a crucial away victory. The Blues got back on track after the international break thanks in large part to his performance.

After a solid attacking move involving Jorrel Hato—who had a fantastic run down the left before sending the ball into the penalty area—Neto scored 43 seconds after the restart. Hato finished with his left foot.

After scoring, Chelsea were determined to score again, and Neto kept causing problems for Everton's defense with his movement and attacking play. Chelsea stayed composed and denied Everton the chance to equalize, despite the home team's best efforts.

Both Cole Palmer and Morgan Rogers had chances to double the visitors' lead, but Everton's defense and goalkeeper Jordan Pickford kept the score 0-0 for the majority of the second half.

In the 90th minute, Neto calmly finished off a loose ball inside the penalty area and calmly sent it into the bottom corner, putting the result beyond doubt and securing all three points for Chelsea.

As Chelsea achieved a historic away win, he was named Player of the Match for his outstanding performance, which included two goals and general contribution.

Injuries to Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite and goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez, who was carried off the field on a stretcher after a collision, cast a shadow over the triumph.

Chelsea will now face Tottenham Hotspur in their next Premier League match, where they will look to continue their strong season and consolidate their position among the league's top teams.