João Félix in fine form, credits ex-Benfica man: I've learned a lot | OneFootball

is enjoying the best spell of his career, with the former Benfica player posting his best numbers since moving to Al Nassr. Speaking to reporters, the Portuguese international spoke about his experience in Saudi Arabia, praising Jorge Jesus, who can count on Cristiano Ronaldo’s return.

Pressure from some players over the final squad list? “Everyone is very calm. I usually say it’s easy to come into this group, everyone is welcoming, whether it’s newcomers or those who come less often. I haven’t felt any nerves. If we stay calm, things go better. I feel they’re calm, doing their job and giving their best to earn a place and be able to go to the World Cup. I see them as very calm.”

Do you feel less pressure in Arabia? “Everyone puts the pressure they want on themselves. I’ve had consistency and minutes, I’m playing in my position — it was there that I stood out at Benfica — and in a system that suits me very well. I fully trust myself, especially when I’m playing in my position. From there, sooner or later, things end up going well.”

Experience in Arabia with Ronaldo and Jorge Jesus? “I’d already worked with Cristiano here many times in the national team and he’s the same as ever, always very professional. As for Mister Jorge Jesus, I’d already heard countless stories about him. He’s a different coach, a great coach and also an excellent person. I’ve learned a lot from him, he’s helped me a great deal and I have nothing but gratitude for him. Playing in Arabia is different. Saying it’s a more or less competitive league depends on which leagues we compare it to. Apart from three or four teams at the bottom of the table, against whom we know victory is almost guaranteed, the other matches are balanced. There are eight rounds left until the end of the league and four teams are fighting for the title. You have to be focused on every match.”

A reality close to what the World Cup will be like? “Close, no. It will be the reality. There are still a few months to go, but it’s good to come here, settle in a bit and get to know where we’re going to spend a month or more. It’s a good idea that we came here".

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