Diogo Jota: Liverpool pay emotional tribute to late forward in Premier League opener
Liverpool’s 4-2 wins after scoring Mohamed Salah, Jota’s song Echoed around Anfield, was full-time tears.
In the match program notes, Liverpool boss Arne Slot said: “Considering that it was the first league game we’ve played since we lost DioGo and Andre, we know that this would be a very emotional opportunity.
“As I said before, the tributes paid in the football world and especially in the LFC community were really special, and I know that we will come together to honor them once again tonight.
“As a club, [Jota’s family] Since they deal with the most tragic situations, they will always have our love and support. We are always there for them. “
This weekend will be shown messages and images on large screens in the stadiums, wearing a silence, black arm bands in all Premier League matches this weekend.
Liverpool’s players will exhibit their tribute with the ‘Forever 20’ emblem pressed on their shirts and stadium jackets. He’il be in place for this season.
Reds won a 20th British upper flight title by wearing a 20th shirt, wearing a 20th shirt, which Jota decided to retire after consulting Rute Cardoso and family members, former Portugal International’s wife.
Jota’s former Club Wolves also has tribute to Manchester City on Saturday, as he will open a season in his home.
