Ex-Benfica stars caught up in tense finale to Al Ahli - Al Nassr clash | OneFootball

João Félix and Rui Pedro Braz clashed at the end of the match between Al Ahli and Al Nassr. In the aftermath of the game, where the Portuguese international saw his team suffer yet another slip this season, he was filmed exchanging words with the former Benfica official, a moment that quickly escalated.

The altercation between the two figures was a consequence of a match that was already quite heated. It's worth mentioning that the former Benfica star, still in the first half, was targeted by an aggression from an opposing player.

Jumping to the final whistle, Rui Pedro Braz did not hesitate to celebrate with Al Ahli's goalkeeper, something that did not please João Félix. The two former familiar faces of the Eagles exchanged words on the pitch, where tensions eventually escalated, requiring intervention from several people.

Moments after the incident, Rui Pedro Braz took to social media to apologize for his behavior. "A public explanation and an apology to the fantastic Portuguese professionals of Al Nassr, for the misunderstanding on the field after the final whistle: I have nothing but the deepest admiration and respect for all of them", he wrote.

"Incredible victory against our strongest opponent so far this season. A special night for our boys, who offered our fans a demonstration of strength and unity in the face of adversity", added Rui Pedro Braz, through one of his posts.

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