João Cancelo

João Cancelo — season analysis

João Pedro Cavaco Cancelo (Portugal) earns his living stopping attacks: the defender is part of the Portugal (Friendlies) defensive core in 2026/27. He stands 182 and weighs 74. He was born in Barreiro, Portugal.

Over 4 appearances he has been directly involved in 1 goal: 0 scored, 1 set up. That comes across 228 minutes on the pitch and 0.39 goal involvements per 90. He has started 2 of those matches.

He has attempted 3 shots (33% finding the frame) and converts 0% of them. He creates chances too, with 4 key passes and 85% passing accuracy. Off the ball he has made 7 tackles and 2 interceptions, winning 56% of his duels.

Disciplinary record this season: 1 yellow. Put together, his season yields an IIG of 3.4, the league-weighted impact score explained on our about page.