Spain’s FC Barcelona contingent went over to commiserate with Portugal fullback João Cancelo after Spain’s 1-0 win in the FIFA World Cup. The loss meant that the tournament was over for Cancelo. Portugal were considered to be one of the teams with a good chance of winning the tournament, albeit Spain were even stronger favorites.
Notably, Spain and Barça star Lamine Yamal gave Cancelo a hug after the elimination. Those who played a role in the match from the contingent also went to give him support: Ferran Torres, Pedri, Dani Olmo and Pau Cubarsí. So too, did unused substitutes Joan Garcia, Eric Garcia, and Gavi.
Gavi in particular made a post on his Instagram of Cancelo kissing his head. The caption read, “always together, brother.”