‘I love Barcelona' – Al-Hilal star reveals Blaugrana affection after Real Madrid draw
Former Barcelona star João Cancelo was quick to reiterate his undying love for the Blaugrana, late on Wednesday night.
This came after the Portuguese international played his part in Al-Hilal's meeting with Barca's arch rivals, Real Madrid.
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Xabi Alonso's Real kicked their campaign at the Club World Cup into gear yesterday evening, in a group stage meeting with Saudi outfit Al-Hilal.
When all was said and done, the spoils were shared between the sides, owing to a hard-fought 1-1 draw.
The aforementioned Cancelo, meanwhile, featured from the off at the Hard Rock Stadium, from his customary berth at right-back.
Speaking to the media post-match, the subject of his Barcelona past, in turn, was inevitably put to the 31-year-old.
And Cancelo made use of the opportunity to make crystal clear his ongoing 'love' for the Spanish champions:
'I am just another Barça fan. I love them. I loved the time I spent at Barcelona. I love the Barça squad.'
Conor Laird – GSFN
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