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Joao Cancelo responds to criticism after Barcelona's loss to PSG

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 22, 2026, 6:39 PM

Last updated Oct 22, 2026

Joao Cancelo responds to criticism after Barcelona's loss to PSG

Summary

Joao Cancelo addressed criticism following Barcelona's 4-2 defeat to Paris Saint-Germain, responding via Instagram. He faced backlash for his defensive performance, particularly during PSG's fourth goal. With El Clasico against Real Madrid approaching, Cancelo emphasized the challenges players face on the pitch compared to spectators in the stands. This ongoing scrutiny revives past concerns about his consistency in high-pressure situations, especially as Barcelona struggles with defensive injuries.

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Status Watch

•Barcelona lost 4-2 to PSG in the Champions League.
•Cancelo criticized for defensive issues during the match.
•He posted a message about judging players from the stands.
•Barcelona faces Real Madrid next amid defensive struggles.
•Manager Hansi Flick values Cancelo's offensive contributions.

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6:39 PMYahoo Sports — Joao Cancelo hits back at critics after Barcelona’s defeat to PSG: ‘From the stands everyone is an expert’

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Joao Cancelo has hit back at criticism of his performance in Barcelona’s 4-2 defeat to Paris Saint-Germain, posting a defiant message on Instagram just days before El Clasico against Real Madrid. Th...
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