Report: Barcelona’s key player to be available for Atletico Madrid clash after injury scare

Barcelona’s victory over Porto has secured their spot in the Champions League knockout stages for the first time in three years. In addition to this achievement, the team can also breathe a sigh of relief as it seems Joao Cancelo will be fit for their crucial La Liga clash against Atletico Madrid. His performance in the recent match, despite being substituted due to fatigue, has been crucial for the team. However, concerns are rising about the risk of injury due to his excessive playing time for both Barcelona and Portugal. The team may need to consider their options to avoid jeopardizing Cancelo’s fitness.

Barcelona secures spot in Champions League knockout stages with win over Porto

Barcelona has advanced to the knockout stages of the Champions League for the first time in three years after defeating Porto with a 2-1 victory. The win means that Barcelona only needs a point against Royal Antwerp to secure the top spot in their group.

In positive news for the team, it appears that Joao Cancelo will be fit for their upcoming La Liga clash against Atletico Madrid. Cancelo was taken off the field in the closing stages of the match against Porto with a calf injury, but it’s now being reported that his substitution was precautionary and that he was only feeling fatigued, rather than suffering from an injury.

Cancelo’s availability for the Atletico Madrid match is crucial for Barcelona, as he has been a key player for the team since his debut in early September. With minimal rest and playing virtually all of Barcelona and Portugal’s minutes, there is concern about the risk of injury with no other natural alternatives at right-back for the team.