João Félix appears as one of Portugal’s creative options this Wednesday (10), at the Dr. Magalhães Pessoa Stadium, in Leiria, against Nigeria. The 26-year-old striker, currently at Al-Nassr, is part of the squad and is expected to gain important minutes in the last friendly before the 2026 World Cup. His refined technique, game vision and finishing ability make him a valuable piece in the attack led by Roberto Martínez.
The clash, scheduled for 4:45 pm (Brasília time), represents the team’s farewell to European lands before the trip to North America. Félix, who is enjoying a good season at the Saudi club, has the chance to play as a false 9 or on the wing, exploring spaces and creating plays for teammates like Cristiano Ronaldo and Gonçalo Ramos.
The integration of PSG players such as Vitinha, João Neves, Nuno Mendes and Gonçalo Ramos raises the level of the squad. Martínez should take advantage of the game to rotate the attack, with João Félix acting as an element of unpredictability and technical quality that can unbalance opposing defenses in the World Cup.
Portugal’s probable lineup
Diogo Costa; Diogo Dalot (or João Cancelo), Rúben Dias, Gonçalo Inácio, Nuno Mendes; Vitinha, Bruno Fernandes, João Neves; Bernardo Silva, Pedro Neto (or João Félix), Gonçalo Ramos (or Cristiano Ronaldo). Coach: Roberto Martínez.
Nigeria, which did not qualify for the World Cup, uses FIFA Data to gain pace under the command of Éric Chelle. Without Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman, the Super Eagles are counting on Wilfred Ndidi in midfield and the speed of Moses Simon and Samuel Chukwueze.
Nigeria’s probable lineup
Maduka Okoye; Abdullahi Shehu, Semi Ajayi, Calvin Bassey, Bruno Onyemaechi; Frank Onyeka, Wilfred Ndidi, Alex Iwobi; Moses Simon, Akor Adams, Samuel Chukwueze. Coach: Éric Chelle.
Where to watch live
The Portugal x Nigeria friendly will be broadcast live onESPN, Disney+ e SportTVin Brazil. In Portugal, RTP1 and RTP Play show the match. ge.globo follows in real time.
Portugal arrives undefeated in a good sequence of friendlies. The record against Nigeria is largely favorable, with a 4-0 victory in the last duel. Now, the focus is on the final tuning, with João Félix having the freedom to create and finalize.
Guesses and tactical context
Portugal is a big favorite and should dominate the action. João Félix will be essential to offer creativity in the final third, connecting the midfield with the attack and exploiting defenses with dribbling and precise passes. Nigeria must close down and look for quick counterattacks.
Recent results (last 5 games)
Portugal:positive sequence of wins and draws, with good performance even in rotations.Nigeria:mixed results in preparations, with balance in midfield.
Leiria should receive a good crowd at the stadium with capacity for around 24 thousand fans. The weather forecast indicates ideal conditions, with temperatures between 24°C and 26°C.