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Joao Felix

Also known as: Ronaldo's Portugal team-mate

João Félix — Portugal midfielder cited among the squad's attacking talent ahead of the 2026 World Cup.

2026-05-062026-09-29

In coverage

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  1. September 2026
  2. The Standard

    … The first big chance fell to Erling Haaland, but the Manchester City striker mishit his attempted volley after being picked out by Martin Odegaard, and Portugal goalkeeper Diogo Costa was able to make the save.The away team quickly made Haaland pay as Joao Felix stroked a fine fi …

    Ramos fires holders Portugal to Nations League win in Norway
  3. Citizen Digital

    … Along with Ronaldo, the Riyadh-based outfit have proven international attacking quality in Kingsley Coman, Sadio Mane and Ronaldo's Portugal team-mate Joao Felix. …

    Ronaldo takes last crack at Asian glory as Saudi teams set to dominate
  4. August 2026
  5. Citizen Digital

    … The Ghanaian tactician confirmed that injuries to captain Sylvester Owino, Samuel Kapen and Patrick Essombe have disrupted the team's preparations, while defender Felix is also recovering. …

    Gor Mahia seek defensive reinforcement ahead of Al Hilal clash
  6. July 2026
  7. The Standard

    … Felix told me that he is now the one handling my case,” she said. The Standard established that Felix is an awarded Foreign Service Official at the State Department of Aiaspora Affairs who was behind the high-risk Myanmar diaspora evacuation where over 350 Kenyans were freed foll …

    Dead or alive? Mystery of Kenyan feared dead in Ukraine
  8. The Standard

    … Felix told me that he is now the one handling my case,” she said. The Standard established that Felix is an awarded Foreign Service Official at the State Department of Aiaspora Affairs who was behind the high-risk Myanmar diaspora evacuation where over 350 Kenyans were freed foll …

    Dead or alive? Mystery deepens over Kenyan feared dead in Ukraine as state says he is alive
  9. June 2026
  10. Citizen Digital

    … The second half began at the same frenetic pace, Joao Felix should have done better than send his header way over the bar from Diogo Dalot's cross. …

    Colombia and Portugal through to World Cup last 32 after thrilling draw
  11. The Standard

    … Rodriguez was pulling the strings but he had a go himself close to the break, his shot was on target but Costa gathered it safely.The second half began at the same frenetic pace, Joao Felix should have done better than send his header way over the bar from Diogo Dalot's cross. …

    Colombia and Portugal through to World Cup last 32 after thrilling draw
  12. Citizen Digital

    … In attack, Cristiano Ronaldo is raring to go for his sixth World Cup and Portugal can call on younger talents Joao Felix, Pedro Neto and Rafael Leao. …

    Portugal talented but not World Cup favourites, says Vitinha
  13. May 2026
  14. Citizen Digital

    … Get it wrong -- as with Joao Felix's ill-fated 126 million euro ($148 million) move in 2019 -- and Atletico's drought will go on. …

    Simeone, Atletico at crossroads after Arsenal Champions League KO
  15. The Standard

    … Get it wrong -- as with Joao Felix's ill-fated 126 million euro ($148 million) move in 2019 -- and Atletico's drought will go on. …

    Simeone, Atletico at crossroads after Arsenal Champions League KO

Yesterday

  1. Ramos scores as Portugal beats Norway in Nations League

    Goncalo Ramos scored the winner as Portugal defeated Norway 2-1 in Oslo to make back-to-back victories in their UEFA Nations League title defence. Ramos started in place of Cristiano Ronaldo, who was named among substitutes for the first time since September 2024.

    28 September 2026 · The Standard →

Friday 11 September

  1. Ronaldo pursues Asian Champions League title as Saudi clubs dominate

    Cristiano Ronaldo, 41, will pursue the Asian Champions League with Al Nassr under new coach Ange Postecoglou as the continent's top club competition begins Monday, with big-spending Saudi teams positioned to dominate.

    11 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Tuesday 4 August

  1. Gor Mahia targets defensive recruits before Al Hilal match

    Gor Mahia head coach Charles Akonnor says the team is seeking to strengthen their defence ahead of Tuesday's CECAFA Kagame Cup semi-final against Al Hilal in Kigali, after injuries to captain Sylvester Owino, Samuel Kapen, and Patrick Essombe disrupted preparations. The club has identified a centre-back prospect and hopes management will finalize the signing before the FKF Premier League and CAF Champions League campaigns.

    4 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 27 July

  1. Family receives conflicting reports on Kenyan's fate in Ukraine

    The family of Martin Mburu Macharia, a former matatu driver reported as the first Kenyan killed on the Russian war front, has received conflicting information from Kenya's State Department of Diaspora Affairs—the wife says officials first claimed no knowledge, then stated he is alive and in a camp on the Ukrainian frontline, contradicting pictures of his body shared by Ukrainian authorities.

    27 July 2026 · The Standard →

Sunday 26 July

  1. Kenyan killed in Ukraine conflict: family, state claims differ

    The family of Martin Mburu Macharia, a former matatu driver reported killed on the Russian war front in November 2025, has received conflicting information from Kenya's State Department of Diaspora Affairs, which on multiple occasions claimed he is alive and in a camp on the Ukrainian frontline, despite the family seeing pictures of his body shared by Ukrainian authorities.

    26 July 2026 · The Standard →

Sunday 28 June

  1. Colombia tops Group K, faces Ghana after Portugal draw

    Colombia and Portugal drew 0-0 in their World Cup Group K match on Sunday, with Colombia finishing top of the group. Colombia will play Ghana in the last 32, while Portugal will face Croatia.

    28 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Colombia tops World Cup Group K after 0-0 draw with Portugal

    Colombia finished top of World Cup Group K after a 0-0 draw with Portugal on Saturday, with a late goal ruled out for marginal offside. Colombia will play Ghana in the last 32, while Portugal face Croatia.

    28 June 2026 · The Standard →

Sunday 14 June

  1. Vitinha: Portugal contenders but not World Cup favourites

    Portugal midfielder Vitinha said his talented squad are contenders for the World Cup but denied they are favourites, citing a high-octane midfield and attacking talent including Cristiano Ronaldo, João Félix, Pedro Neto and Rafael Leão.

    14 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 6 May

  1. Simeone's future uncertain after Atletico's Arsenal Champions League loss

    Arsenal's elimination of Atletico Madrid in the Champions League leaves Diego Simeone's side without silverware for a fifth straight season. When asked if he had the strength to continue after Tuesday's defeat, Simeone said "not now, definitely not now," casting doubt over his intentions this summer.

    6 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Simeone questions his future after Arsenal eliminates Atletico

    Arsenal's Champions League elimination of Atletico Madrid leaves Diego Simeone's future in doubt after the club's fifth straight season without a trophy. Simeone responded ambiguously to questions about continuing, saying "not now, definitely not now," while acknowledging that fans expect silverware.

    6 May 2026 · The Standard →

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