The Saudi League is Competitive, and Jesus is the Reason for My Development with Al-Nassr

Portuguese star João Félix, from Al-Nassr, spoke about his expertise in the Saudi League, praising his teammate Cristiano Ronaldo and his coach Jorge Jesus.

Felix joined Al-Nassr throughout the 2025 switch window coming from Chelsea, and he succeeded in delivering excellent performances, scoring 21 objectives and offering 15 assists in 37 matches throughout varied competitions.

Felix mentioned in media statements: “I have previously worked with Cristiano Ronaldo with the national team, and he still maintains the same high level of professionalism.”

He added: “I heard a lot about Jesus; he is a unique coach and a wonderful person. I learned a lot from him, and he helped me greatly. I thank him for the opportunity he gave me.”

The Portuguese star touched on the stage of competitors in the Saudi league, stating: “The experience here is different, and assessing the league’s strength depends on comparison with other leagues.”

He continued: “Except for 3 or 4 teams at the bottom of the standings, the rest of the matches are even matched. With 8 rounds remaining, there are 4 teams competing for the title, which makes the league strong and competitive.”