Big night for him Atlético de Madrid. Or what is the same, the spotlights will again point to Joao Felix. The Portuguese player still needs a brilliant performance against one of the most powerful teams in Europe. Something that is in his must and that he wants to aim for tonight at the Allianz Arena in the duel against Bayern.
Atlético's star signing last season, the most expensive in its history, has shown his talent. But he has not done it continuously or in one of those matches that are followed in half the world. He pointed ways in his first preseason against Madrid or Juventus. He also starred in good minutes a couple of months ago against Leipzig in the Champions League and left details before even at Anfield. But he must take a step forward in meetings like the one today against the Bayern.
Joao started the season well, with a goal against Granada, signing a fantastic performance. He left details a few days later in Huesca. But before him Villarreal he never felt comfortable on the field. He was a substitute for Balaídos after playing with Portugal (he didn't shine too much either) and jumped onto the field in the 60th minute. And it wasn't until discount when the Portuguese took out the hat to sign a great action that led to Carrasco's 0-2.
The Portuguese has not yet scored any of the greats he has faced as rojiblanco in an official match. Real Madrid, Barcelona, Liverpool or Juventus did not suffer the ‘Joao effect’ last season. And this Wednesday he gets the first opportunity of this course at the Allianz Arena. The mattress attacker needs a great night against a great rival. Will it be with Bayern, the European champion?