Joao Cancelo
32-Year-Old
Barcelona
La Liga
Relentless energy in back line
Cancelo has been named in Portugal's World Cup squad and is expected to be one of the most dynamic and versatile attacking outlets for the Selecao throughout the tournament.
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Cancelo joined Barcelona on loan in January and made 16 La Liga appearances, scoring two goals and adding two assists before the end of the campaign, demonstrating his quality even after a spell away from top European football with Al Hilal. The experienced international brings a wealth of Champions League and international experience to Portugal's setup, and his ability to play on either flank gives coach Martinez a flexible option that can adapt to different tactical scenarios. Cancelo heads into the World Cup with renewed confidence after his strong second half of the season with Barcelona and will be determined to play a key role for the Selecao this summer.
Cancelo joined Barcelona on loan in January and made 16 La Liga appearances, scoring two goals and adding two assists before the end of the campaign, demonstrating his quality even after a spell away from top European football with Al Hilal. The experienced international brings a wealth of Champions League and international experience to Portugal's setup, and his ability to play on either flank gives coach Martinez a flexible option that can adapt to different tactical scenarios. Cancelo heads into the World Cup with renewed confidence after his strong second half of the season with Barcelona and will be determined to play a key role for the Selecao this summer.
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Nets rare goal
Cancelo scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 3-1 win versus Betis.
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Clears injury scare
Cancelo (quadriceps) trained normally Thursday and has been cleared fit for Saturday's clash against Getafe after tests confirmed there is no muscular injury following his early substitution against Celta Vigo, according to Sergi Capdevila of Diario Sport.
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Forced off midweek
Cancelo was subbed off in the first half of Wednesday's match against Celta Vigo due to an injury.
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Whips in three crosses
Cancelo registered two shots (one on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Wednesday's 2-0 loss versus Atlético Madrid. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 94th minute.
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Assists only goal in 1-0 win
Cancelo assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), five crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Sunday's 1-0 win against Rayo Vallecano.
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Might not return to Barca
Barcelona are unwilling to re-sign Joao Cancelo ahead of the 2024/25 season, according to SPORT.
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The Spanish giants are not convinced on bringing the Manchester City and Portugal full-back back because of his £12 million-per-year wage demands. The 30-year-old is also being targeted by teams in the Saudi Pro League.
The Spanish giants are not convinced on bringing the Manchester City and Portugal full-back back because of his £12 million-per-year wage demands. The 30-year-old is also being targeted by teams in the Saudi Pro League.