In the match, Pedri completed 84 out of 92 passes and was not dispossessed at any point, demonstrating his exceptional control and vision on the field. This impressive display caught the attention of many fans, including Grealish, who took to Instagram to express his admiration for Pedri and Barcelona teammate Frenkie de Jong, saying that they are a joy to watch.

Scholes, a legendary figure at Manchester United, was also impressed with Pedri's performance, going so far as to call him his new favorite footballer. While Manchester United's Marcus Rashford scored a brace in the match, Pedri's skills and abilities stole the show, with many fans taking note of his exceptional playmaking abilities. This level of praise from Grealish and Scholes is a testament to Pedri's bright future in the sport.