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João Cancelo Career Mode Potential

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Spain Primera División (1) LogoSpain Primera División (1)
Portugal FlagPortugal
84
OVR
84
POT

Player Info

NameJoão Cancelo
PositionRB
Alt. PositionsLBRM
Age32
Preferred FootRight
Date of Birth28 May 1994
Height182cm (6' 0")
Weight74kg (163 lbs)
Body TypeUnique
Skill Moves
Weak Foot
International reputation
Player ID210514

João Cancelo Career Mode rating and potential

João Cancelo is a high-level RB for FC Barcelona in Spain Primera División (1). At 84 overall with 84 potential, he has strong potential and profiles as a first-team option in Career Mode. His strongest area is dribbling, making him especially useful for teams that need quality in that part of the pitch.

Strengths
  • Elite dribbling
  • Strong passing ability
  • Ready for first-team football
Weaknesses
    Best For
    • Top division saves
    • Wide attacking systems

    Current Club

    Loaned FromAl Hilal
    Loan Ends1st July 2026
    Value€29m
    Wage€125k
    Kit Number2
    Joined28th August 2024
    Contract Expiry2027

    National Team

    Kit Number20

    Career Mode Growth Curve

    This player is close to their expected development curve.

    Normal
    Curve Status
    On Curve
    Forward / Striker
    Expected OVR
    84
    Estimated rating for age
    Curve Gap
    0
    Current OVR vs expected
    Peak Window
    28–32
    Typical peak age range
    Potential Progress
    100%
    +0 OVR remaining

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    Similar Players

    Players similar to João Cancelo in Career Mode, based on position, age, overall rating, potential and key attributes.

    Key Attributes

    Pace
    83
    Shooting
    73
    Passing
    84
    Dribbling
    84
    Defending
    78
    Physical
    71

    All Attributes

    Pace
    88
    Acceleration
    78
    Sprint Speed
    Shooting
    69
    Finishing
    81
    Positioning
    80
    Shot Power
    79
    Long Shots
    52
    Penalties
    62
    Volleys
    Passing
    85
    Vision
    86
    Crossing
    69
    FK Accuracy
    79
    Long Passing
    86
    Short Passing
    87
    Curve
    Dribbling
    79
    Agility
    78
    Balance
    84
    Reactions
    85
    Composure
    86
    Ball Control
    85
    Dribbling
    Defending
    75
    Interceptions
    72
    Heading Acc..
    79
    Def Aware..
    81
    Stand Tackle
    77
    Sliding Tackle
    Physical
    82
    Jumping
    77
    Stamina
    65
    Strength
    76
    Aggression
    Goalkeeping
    6
    Diving
    9
    Handling
    15
    Kicking
    14
    Positioning
    14
    Reflexes

    PlayStyles

    Whipped Crosser PlayStyleWhipped Crosser
    Inventive PlayStyleInventive
    Technical PlayStyleTechnical
    First Touch PlayStyleFirst Touch

    Roles

    RB
    Attacking Wingback+
    LB
    Attacking Wingback+
    RM
    Inside Forward+

    Positional Ratings

    ST
    84
    LW
    78
    RW
    78
    CAM
    78
    CM
    78
    LM
    78
    RM
    78
    CDM
    78
    CB
    78
    LB
    78
    RB
    78

    FAQ

    What is João Cancelo's Career Mode potential?+

    João Cancelo has 84 potential in Career Mode, starting from an overall rating of 84.

    How much can João Cancelo grow?+

    João Cancelo can grow by 0 overall, from 84 to 84 potential.

    What is João Cancelo's best position?+

    João Cancelo's main position is RB. He can also play LB, RM.

    Is João Cancelo good in Career Mode?+

    João Cancelo is a strong Career Mode option for teams needing a RB. At 84 overall with 84 potential, he is best suited to clubs that need quality now with some room to grow.

    What are João Cancelo's strongest attributes?+

    João Cancelo's strongest areas are Passing (84) and Dribbling (84), making him especially useful in roles that suit those strengths.

    João Cancelo Career Mode Potential, Rating & Growth