Joao Felix wins his sixth title and is crowned champion of the Roshan League with Al-Nasr
A historic achievement for João Félix with Al-Nassr
In another sporting achievement added to his illustrious football career, Portuguese star João Félix has once again embraced glory, securing his sixth official title since the start of his professional career in the world of football with clubs and the national team. This exceptional triumph came after he led his team, Al-Nassr, to the Saudi Professional League title for the 2025-2026 season, in a captivating night of football that witnessed a resounding victory for the Riyadh-based club.
Details of the coronation night at First Park
Al-Nassr secured the coveted title after a resounding and well-deserved 4-1 victory over their guests, Damac FC, in a thrilling match held at Al-Awwal Park Stadium in the Saudi capital, Riyadh. This match, part of the final round of the competition, served as a fitting end to a long and arduous season, sparking celebrations among Al-Nassr fans who packed the stands to support their team.
A career studded with gold and European titles
This title was just the latest in a string of successes for the talented player. João Félix's six titles have been won across Europe and Asia. He previously won the Spanish La Liga title with Atlético Madrid in the 2020–21 season and the Portuguese league title with his boyhood club Benfica in the 2018–19 season. Internationally, Félix won the UEFA Nations League with Portugal in 2018–19 and 2024–25, and the UEFA Conference League title in 2024–25, before adding the Rosne League trophy to his already impressive collection.
The impact of the Roshan League and the major challenges
The significance of this event stems from the remarkable development of the Saudi Professional League, which has become a global attraction thanks to its draw of some of the brightest stars in football. This development has intensified the competition, a fact confirmed by the player himself. João Félix revealed that winning the league title with Al-Nassr was extremely difficult, noting that while some outside the region might not consider the tournament a major competition, those who play the game here understand the true reason behind its immense difficulty.
The Portuguese star added in his remarks: “Our season was extremely difficult and full of complex challenges, but thanks to solidarity, we were able to outperform everyone and snatch the league title to make these large fans happy. We, as players, also feel immense happiness and great pride in what we have accomplished.”.
The secret to success: confidence and tactical deployment
Regarding his outstanding performance with Al-Nassr and the individual awards he received during the league campaign, Felix attributed his success to the coaching staff, saying: “Coach Jesus gave me invaluable confidence, and most importantly, he played me in my preferred position. I love football and always want to give my all to serve the team, and it won't be any different wherever I play, provided I'm given complete trust and a real opportunity on the field, and played in my natural position.” This statement reflects the importance of psychological and tactical stability for professional players to perform at their best.
