Felix’s Slick Move Steals the Spotlight in the Saudi Clasico
6 February 2026
Felix's Moment Under Pressure
Portuguese star Joao Felix, a Al Nassr player, pressed relentlessly on one of Al Ittihad's defenders during Friday's Clasico, a key match in the 21st round of the Saudi Pro League.
Al Nassr started the contest in third place with 46 points, while Al Ittihad sat sixth on 34, and the game delivered intensity from the opening minutes.
In the 28th minute of the first half, Felix produced a solo maneuver from the left, shielding the ball and advancing, before a strong challenge from Ahmed Al-Jalidan, the Ittihad right-back, struck his leg.
Controversy and Reactions
The referee did not hesitate to award the foul, showing a yellow card to the Ittihad defender, as limited protests came from the Al Ittihad players, while Felix hit the turf in pain.
Television replays sparked renewed fury from Portuguese coach Sergio Conceicao of Al Ittihad, who appeared unhappy with his player’s conduct, approaching the touchline for a heated exchange and urging calm to avoid further discipline.
Social media quickly reacted, deeming Felix’s skill the direct cause of the defender losing balance, turning the moment into one of the Clasico’s notable highlights.
Text continues on social media as fans debated whether Felix’s moment defined the game’s tempo or simply added to the Clasico’s lore.
