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Joao Cancelo

Joao Cancelo — Portuguese full-back who plays for Barcelona, scoring in their Champions League and La Liga matches this season.

2026-05-172026-10-16

In coverage

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  1. October 2026
  2. Daily Guide

    … However, Galatasaray took the lead following their first meaningful attack, with Aleksey Batrakov finding the net after Rafael Leao’s cutback took a deflection off Joao Cancelo. …

    Barcelona Hit Galatasaray As Gordon Opens Champions League Account
  3. The Ghanaian Times

    … He pulled the ball back to the edge of the area to Russian Aleksey Batrakov, whose drive deflected off Joao Cancelo and into the corner of the goal. …

    Yamal magic fires Barca past Galatasaray in Champions League
  4. Joy Online

    … Seconds after Gordon’s penalty claim was ignored, Rafael Leao charged down the left wing and cut the ball back into the path of Aleksey Batrakov, who found the bottom corner after a deflection off Joao Cancelo. …

    Gordon scores as Barcelona beats Galatasaray
  5. The Ghanaian Times

    … After Sunday’s success against Norway which put them six points clear of second-placed Denmark in the table, goalscorer Joao Cancelo told RTP: “Cristiano is our captain, the best player Portugal has ever had. …

    National team door still open for Ronaldo-Jesus
  6. Joy Online

    … But two minutes later Joao Cancelo smashed home a stunning shot on the bounce from a similar distance from Nuno Mendes’ long throw-in. …

    Haaland injury worry as Norway lose in Portugal
  7. Joy Online

    … After Sunday’s success against Norway which put them six points clear of second-placed Denmark in the table, goalscorer Joao Cancelo told RTP: “Cristiano is our captain, the best player Portugal has ever had. …

    Portugal boss says door open for Ronaldo return
  8. September 2026
  9. Joy Online

    … João Cancelo began yet another Barcelona goal glut with a spectacular 25-yard strike, and another long-range effort from the Portuguese deflected off Asier Villalibre and was credited as an own goal. …

    Raphinha hat trick in Barcelona’s 7-goal rout of Santander
  10. The Ghanaian Times

    … Jesus is Barcelona’s sixth signing of the transfer window following the arrivals of Anthony Gordon, Karim Adeyemi, Rodri, Joao Cancelo ⁠and goalkeeper Dominik Livakovic. …

    Barca sign Jesus
  11. August 2026
  12. Daily Guide

    Joao Cancelo Portugal full-back Joao Cancelo has rejoined Barcelona on a permanent deal after his contract with Al-Hilal was mutually terminated. …

    Cancelo Makes ‘Dream’ Barca Move After Al-Hilal Exit
  13. May 2026
  14. Joy Online

    … But Hansi Flick’s side regained their two-goal cushion through defender Joao Cancelo, who curled a fine strike into the bottom corner from 20 yards out. …

    Barcelona score Real Betis to ensure perfect hone La Liga record

Yesterday

  1. Barcelona defeats Galatasaray 4-1 in Champions League

    Barcelona dominated Galatasaray in the second half to win 4-1 in Istanbul, with Anthony Gordon scoring his first Champions League goal for the club. After Galatasaray took an early lead, Barcelona equalised before the break and scored three times in the second half.

    16 hours ago · Daily Guide →

  2. Barcelona defeats Galatasaray 4-1 in Champions League

    Barcelona and Lamine Yamal came from behind to beat Galatasaray 4-1 in their UEFA Champions League match in Istanbul, with Yamal dominating in the second half. The victory lifted Barcelona to the top of the Champions League table with two wins, while Galatasaray remain pointless.

    21 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →

Tuesday 13 October

  1. Gordon scores as Barcelona beats Galatasaray in Istanbul

    Anthony Gordon scored his first Champions League goal for Barcelona as the Spanish side came from behind to beat Galatasaray in Istanbul, with Barcelona scoring twice in quick succession in the second half after Joao Cancelo equalized before the break.

    13 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 6 October

  1. Portugal boss says Ronaldo door open for return

    Jorge Jesus says Cristiano Ronaldo can still return to Portugal's national team if he chooses to, after the 41-year-old left the Nations League camp when dropped as a starter against Denmark. Jesus, who has managed Ronaldo at Al-Nassr, said the decision to return rests with Ronaldo.

    6 October 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Monday 5 October

  1. Haaland limps off as Norway loses to Portugal in Nations League

    Erling Haaland was substituted in the 67th minute with an apparent injury as Norway suffered a 2-1 Nations League defeat to Portugal, with Goncalo Ramos scoring the late winner. Manchester City will await further news on Haaland's condition ahead of their trip to Liverpool on Sunday.

    5 October 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Portugal manager leaves door open for Ronaldo return

    Portugal coach Jorge Jesus said Cristiano Ronaldo can still return to the national team if he chooses, after the 41-year-old captain left the Nations League camp following disagreements over his playing time against Norway and Denmark.

    5 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 16 September

  1. Raphinha hat-trick leads Barcelona past Santander 7-2

    Barcelona defeated Racing Santander 7-2 to secure their seventh consecutive win to start a season, a first in the club's history. Raphinha scored a hat-trick including two penalties, while João Cancelo, Gabriel Jesus, and Lamine Yamal also scored as Barcelona re-established a three-point lead over Real Madrid in LaLiga.

    16 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 2 September

  1. Barcelona sign Brazilian forward Gabriel Jesus from Arsenal

    Barcelona have signed Brazilian forward Gabriel Jesus from Arsenal on a three-year contract. British media reported the deal was worth about £8.6 million ($11.5 million), making Jesus Barcelona's sixth signing of the transfer window.

    2 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Friday 21 August

  1. Cancelo returns to Barcelona on permanent three-year deal

    Portuguese full-back Joao Cancelo has rejoined Barcelona permanently after his Al-Hilal contract was mutually terminated, signing a three-year deal as a free agent. Cancelo spent last season on loan at Barca, helping them win La Liga, and this marks his first permanent move to the club after two previous loan spells.

    21 August 2026 · Daily Guide →

Sunday 17 May

  1. Barcelona win all home La Liga matches in 38-game season

    Raphinha scored twice as Barcelona defeated Real Betis 3–1 to become the first team to win all 19 of their home matches in a 38-game La Liga season. The champions, who won the league title with a victory over Real Madrid, are only the 11th La Liga side to achieve a perfect home record in a season.

    17 May 2026 · Joy Online →

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