Joao Vieira

Joao Vieira, hailing from Funchal, Portugal, is one of the most accomplished players in modern poker, excelling in both online and live arenas. With four World Series of Poker (WSOP) bracelets and nine World Championship of Online Poker (WCOOP) titles, his career earnings exceed $21.8 million, placing him among the all-time money leaders. Vieira is a national icon in Portugal and a respected figure globally for his technical prowess and adaptability.

Under the alias "Naza114" on PokerStars, Vieira has cemented his reputation as an elite online player. He has won nine WCOOP championships, including three titles each in 2019 and 2022. His online success spans multiple game variants, with a particular strength in Pot-Limit Omaha. In 2023, he finished fourth in the WCOOP 100-H $10,300 PLO Main Event for $100,333. He also regularly competes in high-stakes online tournaments on platforms like GGPoker, where he won his third WSOP bracelet in a $25,000 Super High Rollers Championship.

Vieira's live WSOP bracelet victories showcase his versatility across formats:

• 2019: $5,000 6-Handed No-Limit Hold'em – first bracelet ($758,011)
• 2022: $50,000 High Roller No-Limit Hold'em – second bracelet ($1,384,413)
• 2023: GGPoker $25,000 Super High Rollers Championship – third bracelet (online event)
• 2025: Aria $100,000 No-Limit Hold'em High Roller – fourth bracelet ($2,649,158)

Beyond wins, he has deep runs in mixed games, including a 5th place in the 2025 $50,000 Poker Players Championship ($298,614) and a 4th in the 2025 $10,000 Razz Championship ($101,983). He also finished 9th in the 2024 $50,000 Poker Players Championship ($130,943) and 6th in the 2024 $5,000 Pot-Limit Omaha ($106,795).

Vieira has become a fixture in the Triton Poker Series, known for its eight-figure buy-ins. His biggest career cash came in March 2025 at Triton Jeju, winning the $150,000 event for $4,610,000. Earlier in 2025, he also placed 5th in the $125,000 event for $878,000. In 2024, he finished second in the WSOP Paradise $100,000 Triton Main Event for $2,590,000. Other notable Triton results include a 5th place in the $30,000 event in Jeju 2024 ($358,000) and a 7th in a $10,000 mystery bounty event in 2023 ($67,000).

In the European Poker Tour (EPT), Vieira earned third place in the €30,000 High Roller Warm-Up at EPT Monte-Carlo 2025 for €258,300. He also won a $25,000 NLH event at EPT Monte Carlo in 2023 ($345,880) and another $25k NLH at EPT Paris in 2023 ($320,119).

Vieira's tournament résumé spans the globe. In 2024, he cashed in the BSOP Millions Main Event, finishing 8th for R$244,850. He also recorded multiple cashes at the 2024 and 2025 WSOP, including a 6th in $5,000 PLO, 11th in $10,000 Omaha Hi-Lo, and 14th in $50,000 High Roller. His all-time top live cashes, according to PokerNews, include:

Vieira is known for a disciplined, mathematically sound approach. He excels in mixed games and adapts quickly to opponent tendencies. His online background gives him a strong grasp of range analysis and bet sizing. He is not overly aggressive but applies pressure in well-timed spots. In high rollers, he often employs a balanced strategy, mixing value bets with bluffs. His ability to switch between no-limit hold'em and pot-limit Omaha makes him a threat in any format.

Vieira maintains a low-key presence on social media, using @naza114_oficial on Twitter and Instagram. He is considered a pioneer of Portuguese poker, inspiring a new generation of players. His consistent performance across online and live circuits has earned him GPI National Player of the Year awards. With over $21 million in live earnings and countless online scores, Vieira continues to be a force in the poker world.