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Joao Cancelo put in another impressive showing for Barcelona against Atletico on Saturday night in La Liga as the Catalan giants ran out 2-1 winners and moved seven points clear at the top of the table.

Araujo started the game at right-back but asked to be subbed and was replaced by Bernal in the first half of the match in the Spanish capital.

I'm happy with Marcus, he plays well. The last few weeks he's had problems, he's been injured, so it's an opportunity for him. There are other options, Fermín, Gavi. I'm happy that Gavi is at a great level.

"Playing for Benfica, just like at Barça, is out of love. I have one year left on my contract; if I have to play in Saudi Arabia, I'll play; if I have to play in Europe, I'll play. It will depend on Al Hilal. When Barcelona calls, you can't refuse. I feel at home here; I've adapted very well."

I never had this feeling - I'm not involved in all this social media thing. I think that's a good thing. Every supporter of Barcelona can see it's great to have him in the team. For me it's fantastic to see, because he enjoys training, he enjoys playing with these guys. And he has huge quality.

Barcelona has reached an agreement with player Shane Kluivert to renew his contract, which will keep him at the Club for the next two seasons, until June 30, 2028.

"He's already one of the best in the world at that age. He's a unique player, one we all enjoy watching every time he plays. I think Barcelona really notices it when Pedri isn't there."

No. This depends on each individual, on each player's situation, but for me, being at Barça is the ultimate goal. It's my dream.

You can't play at half intensity. You're three times more likely to get injured. It's the worst thing you can do as a footballer.

Gerard Martín is a full-back, and he earned his place by beating out Héctor Fort a year ago as Alejandro Balde's back-up. Fort is known for his creativity and dynamism. Martín, on the other hand, is a no frills, no-nonsense player, who will do the job you ask him to do.

Despite only having 20 minutes on the pitch at St. James' Park, the Catalan midfielder proved decisive in the final play of the game. In Prague on January 21st, he entered with less than half an hour remaining and the score tied at 2-2. With his very first touch, he unleashed a spectacular strike into the top corner to secure a 3-2 victory.