It’s not every day you see an eruption like it did when Pedro Neto smashed in a stunning winner against Fulham. After weeks of frustration, the Portuguese winger finally found the back of the net in Chelsea’s 2-1 victory—and what a way to do it.

Neto, who had gone nearly two months without a single goal contribution in the Premier League, looked like a man on a mission. Earlier in the game, he was denied by a sensational save from Bernd Leno, a moment that left him visibly fuming. But the 25-year-old wasn’t going to be denied twice.

Speaking after the game, Neto revealed what drove him to unleash that thunderous strike.

“When I received the ball, I just span around and shot as hard as I can. The ball went in,” he told BBC. “The first one, Leno did an unbelievable save and I was so frustrated that the second one I had to put all the power into the shot.”

And put all the power he did. The ball rocketed past Leno and into the top corner, sending the Chelsea faithful into a frenzy and handing the Blues a crucial three points in their push for a European spot.

Neto’s form had been under the spotlight in recent weeks. After a promising start to life at Chelsea following his £50 million move last summer, his contributions had dried up. But with four goals and four assists now in the league, Neto is quietly building a solid case for himself in what has been a transitional season under Enzo Maresca.

The goal against Fulham was more than just a match-winner—it was a statement. A reminder of Neto’s explosive talent and why Chelsea were willing to splash the cash on him. His ability to turn frustration into firepower could be key in the final stretch of the season.

With performances like this, Pedro Neto might just be finding his rhythm at the perfect time. Chelsea fans will be hoping there’s plenty more thunder left in that left foot.