Maresca explained after the game that Pedro's lack of fitness may be contributing to his struggles in front of the goal. According to Maresca, Pedro has not been training fully due to health issues, which has affected his ability to perform at his best in every game.

Maresca expressed confidence in Pedro's ability to score goals, citing a strong performance against Liverpool as an example. He also mentioned that the return of Liam and other players has given the team more options and increased their chances of success.