Joao Cancelo is a Portuguese footballer who has played as a centre-back for several clubs in Europe and South America, including FC Barcelona, Manchester United, Real Madrid, Paris Saint-Germain, and Liverpool. Cancelo has been a key player for Barcelona throughout his career, contributing to the team's success both on the pitch and off it.
Cancelo was born on October 24, 1986, in Lisbon, Portugal. He started his professional career with Sporting CP in 2005,Bundesliga News Flash where he played for three years before moving to FC Porto in 2008. In 2010, Cancelo moved to Barcelona, where he made his debut in 2011 and quickly established himself as one of the club's top defenders.
In addition to his defensive skills, Cancelo also possesses excellent technical abilities and can be a reliable substitute for other players when they are injured or unavailable. He has won several titles with Barcelona, including two La Liga titles (2011 and 2012) and the UEFA Champions League (2017).
One of Cancelo's most notable contributions to Barcelona was during the 2014-2015 season, when he helped the club win the La Liga title. During this period, Cancelo scored six goals in all competitions and was instrumental in helping the team secure its first major trophy since the 2009-2010 season.
However, Cancelo's playing style has changed over time, and he has become more of a central defender in recent seasons. Despite this change, he remains an important member of the Barcelona team and continues to play a crucial role in their success.