Armenia v Portugal: João Neves highlights his bond with Vitinha

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·7 September 2025

Armenia v Portugal: João Neves highlights his bond with Vitinha

João Neves (20 years old), a midfielder for Paris Saint-Germain, spoke to RTP following Portugal's resounding victory. The young talent discussed his relationship with Vitinha (25 years old), his potential role in various positions, and the collective strength that, in his opinion, makes the difference at PSG as well as in the national team.

Neves "Football is a team sport"

"A good understanding with Vitinha? As everyone knows, I appreciate Vitinha a lot; he has qualities. I am by his side to support him and vice versa. Football is a team sport, and both he and I think more about the team than ourselves. The possibility of playing right back? I play in midfield, but it's up to the coach to decide my position. I always give my best because I always think about the team."

Neves "We showed determination"

An easy victory? I don't think it was easy. We knew we were going to face a very good team, very combative in counter-attacks and duels, and we showed determination. For me, we are superior in terms of individual and collective qualities, and by showing the same determination, we would always be closer to victory."

The partnership between João Neves and Vitinha now extends beyond the simple framework of the Portuguese selection. By sharing the same jersey at Paris Saint-Germain, the two midfielders have an ideal platform to perfect their understanding. Training together daily promotes a better understanding of movements, passing circuits, and pressing times. This complicity, already noticeable with Portugal, is a strategic weapon for Luis Enrique, who sees in this duo a promise of continuity and balance. For Neves, playing alongside a player like Vitinha and being recognized in the national team represents a unique opportunity to accelerate his development.