Portugal assistant coach Ricardo Carvalho has opened up on the team's struggle to cope with the tragic death of Diogo Jota, describing the Liverpool forward as a "five-star person." The comments come over two months after Jota and his brother were killed in a car accident, with Carvalho admitting the squad is still processing the loss.
Bayern Munich forward Luis Diaz lit up with joy when handed a customised PlayStation 5 controller dedicated to his late friend and former Liverpool teammate, Diogo Jota. The Colombian, who shared a close relationship with the Portuguese attacker during their time together at Anfield, was visibly touched by the red controller, which carried the engraving “Diogo J” on the back.
Ruben Neves has hit back at a Portuguese magazine over speculation around his relationship with Diogo Jota's widow Rute Cardoso following the Liverpool forward's tragic death.
Roberto Martinez insisted "Diogo Jota is with us" after Cristiano Ronaldo scored in the 21st minute of Portugal's first game since the tragic death of the Liverpool star. The ex-Wolves forward and his brother Andre lost their lives in a devastating car crash, leaving the football world in shock.
Liverpool defender Andy Robertson has opened up on the devastating loss of teammate Diogo Jota, admitting he and the rest of the squad will “probably never get over” the shocking tragedy. The 28-year-old Portuguese forward and his brother, Andre Silva, were killed in July when their Lamborghini veered off the road after a tyre blowout while overtaking, before bursting into flames.
Portugal midfielder Ruben Neves has revealed a new tattoo dedicated to late team-mate Diogo Jota after linking up with the national team.
Liverpool overcame Bournemouth 4-2 in their season opener, yet the result paled in comparison to the scenes that unfolded at the final whistle when Mohamed Salah, usually the picture of composure, broke down in front of the Kop. The club and its supporters were still reeling from the tragic death of Diogo Jota and his brother, Andre Silva, and their passing cast a painful shadow over Anfield.
James Milner paid tribute to his former Liverpool colleague Diogo Jota by emulating his goal celebration after scoring the equaliser against Manchester City in a Premier League clash on Sunday. Milner inspired a comeback for the Seagulls as he netted from the penalty spot to restore parity before Brajan Gruda scored a late winner and sealed three crucial points.
Roberto Martinez says Diogo Jota's No.21 jersey for Portugal will be inherited by the late forward's close friend and team-mate Ruben Neves.
