• Portugal international chooses favourites
• Team-mates for club & country called upon
• Argentine icon unable to earn a spot

WHAT HAPPENED?

Unsurprisingly, the Barcelona loanee has found room in his selection for a couple of Portugal international team-mates. He has also sided with colleagues from his time at Manchester City, with there plenty of talent to choose from when it comes to those he has worked alongside.

THE BIGGER PICTURE

Cancelo has, however, been unable to work eight-time Ballon d’Or winner Messi into his ranks. Instead, the versatile defender – who is currently enjoying a loan spell in Catalunya – has plumped for the enigmatic talents of ex-Brazil international and Blaugrana great Ronaldinho.

WHAT CANCELOSAID

Explaining that selection to FIFPRO, Cancelo has said: “He is, as you already know, I have said it several times before, he is my favourite player ever – the player who made me like football.” The 29-year-old added on choosing Ronaldo ahead of Messi: “Cristiano for being a legend of my country, for all the goals he has scored and for continuing to inspire the youngsters.”

Joao Cancelo's ULTIMATE 5-a-side 🤩 pic.twitter.com/wQSmomEQZe

— FIFPRO (@FIFPRO) April 24, 2024

WHAT NEXT?

Manchester City stars Ederson, Ruben Dias and Bernardo Silva complete Cancelo’s dream team, with their defensive ability, creative instincts and work rate being recognised. Cancelo will be hoping to line up alongside Dias, Silva and Ronaldo at this summer’s European Championship in Germany.