Joao Felix after scoring Barcelona’s goal against Atletico Madrid. Joao Felix : “In Portugal, they teach you how to hate Lionel Messi. They don’t show his matches on live TV. I had to watch his matches on illegal broadcast channels. ”

Bittersweet Return: Felix Scores Against Former Club, Hints at Messi Envy

In a surprising turn of events, João Félix, on loan to Barcelona from Atlético Madrid, scored the opening goal against his parent club. While the goal helped Barcelona secure a crucial victory, Félix’s post-match comments added a layer of complexity to the win.

“In Portugal, they teach you how to hate Lionel Messi,” Félix revealed. “They don’t show his matches on live TV. I had to watch his magic on illegal broadcast channels.”

This statement sheds light on Félix’s admiration for Messi, a player he couldn’t openly idolize due to a perceived rivalry between Portugal and Argentina, particularly fueled by Messi’s dominance.

The goal against Atlético was Félix’s chance to shine on the same stage once graced by Messi. While playing a key role in Barcelona’s victory, there’s a hint of irony in him scoring against his loan club, the very team that couldn’t unlock his full potential.

Félix’s comments and his performance raise questions. Will he continue to impress at Barcelona? Could this be a stepping stone to a permanent move away from Atlético? One thing’s for sure, the Portuguese forward has announced himself on the big stage, all while offering a glimpse into the competitive and sometimes strange world of football rivalries.