Diogo Jota was, in many ways, the antithesis of the stereotypical modern day footballer.

The player from humble roots in northern Portugal was a rare breed; a footballer who did not crave the limelight or celebrity lifestyle, quite the opposite. In the words of Jose Mourinho he was “not from this generation.”

Away from football, he enjoyed sports like snooker – attending the World Snooker Championships at the crucible, darts, and horse racing.

He, along with two of his closest friends in football, Andy Robertson and Caoimhin Kelleher, attended Cheltenham festival earlier this year, with Jota in a flat cap and wool coat looking far from the multimillionaire footballer he was.

In the words of Robertson, he was “the most British foreign player I’ve ever met.” MacJota was what the Scot nicknamed him.

Kelleher would sit alongside Jota on the way to Liverpool games, with the two of them browsing the matchday programme and testing each other on the quiz questions inside. The two showed an old school approach and enjoyed the simpler things in life.

Jota was also a renowned video gamer, particularly at ‘FIFA (EAFC)’ – where he was ranked World Number 1 in 2021 – and enjoyed playing Football Manager.

“I happen to be training Telford United on Football Manager. I’m already in 2029,” he said in an interview back in 2020.

In that same interview, conducted shortly before his move to Anfield, Jota revealed that it was the team from the other half of Merseyside, Everton, that took his eye as a kid growing up in northern Portugal.

“I loved to watch Everton play, especially when they were playing at home,” he said. “It was not a club that fought for the title but that always made life very complicated for the big teams. And I loved that drive and competitiveness. They were relentless.”

That grittiness, fighting spirit and underdog mentality was one that clearly resonated with Jota, who displayed such characteristics as a player. Despite his slight frame and height of 5ft 10, he was superb in the air, often out-jumping centre-backs of a bigger stature.

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Jota’s humble upbringing is underlined in words from his father, Joaquim Silva, shortly after his move to Liverpool from Wolves.

His father describes how “Diogo never asked us for anything. He never asked us or said he would like to have branded football boots.”

That attitude and approach to life continued into adulthood, despite the world in which Jota found himself.

“We were factory workers, we didn’t earn much above the minimum wage and we never hid our limitations from our children,” his father explained.

Jota’s father spoke of how they wanted his two sons, Diogo and Andre, to play sports so that they would be “physically and mentally healthy,” describing positive feedback from coaches at his youth club, Pacos de Ferreira, that Diogo was responsible and mature “was enough for us, knowing that our son behaved well was better than seeing him become a star. We felt that our job had been well done.”

All a parent wants is for their child to be safe, kind and respectful. It is the parenting trifecta.

Such words about his upbringing go some way to explaining how Jota grew to be such a humble, friendly and kind person, liked by everyone who encountered him.

“All he wanted was football and the PlayStation,” his father explained. “He never went out at night when he was a teenager, except for his birthday.”

When he did arrive at Liverpool, there was restricted media involvement due to the pandemic. Jota vlogged his journey from Wolverhampton to Liverpool, uploading a minute vlog, edited himself, showing his attempts at a scouse accent and behind the scenes. “I can’t wait to get started, let’s go,” he said.

Earlier this year, in what are now heartbreaking words to look back on, he said of Liverpool: “For me it means everything, to be honest. It changed my life completely. My three kids were born here, I have a house here.

“I truly believe it’s hard to be in such a good position like I am as a player at the moment. I’m really grateful for that, to all of the people in the club and to all of the fans, for making this happen.”

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Jota’s closest friend in football was Ruben Neves, the two especially bonding during their time at Wolves. It was Neves’ tribute, among the many, that really evoked emotions for many.

Alongside photos of the two of them, one with Neves doing Jota’s tie, captioned: “When I go to the national team, you’ll continue to be by my side at the dinner table, on the bus, on the plane… you’ll always be there with me, as usual.”

He signed off with: “Diogoal, you are my favorite lemonade!!” This message showed the fun, playful and endearing character of the two.

For Neves to play football less than 48 hours after his best friend’s death, doing so for Al Hilal in the Club World Cup on Friday evening in the USA, before flying across the Atlantic to attend and carry the coffin at the funeral shows incredible strength of character.

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Among the many tributes for Jota, a clear idea of his character emerges. So many highlight how much his family, especially his wife Rute Cardosa and three young children, meant to him.

Together for over 12 years since their teenage years, Rute and Diogo’s relationship is another rarity in the modern world. “Yes to forever,” he wrote after their wedding just 11 days before he was tragically taken from his soul mate.

Just days before his death, Jota wrote a smitten reply to Rute’s Instagram of images of her getting ready for the wedding with the caption “My dream came true” – replying “But I’m the lucky one.”

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The Portuguese are known for their family-oriented approach to life. They’re also easy-going, friendly and passionate. To that end, Diogo Jota was a perfect representation of a nation of 10 million that competes above its level on the international stage.

Kelleher wrote in his tribute: “You were such a fun, genuine, normal, down-to-earth and loving family man and always very competitive.”

To go from winning trophies with both club and country and marrying your childhood sweetheart all within a month, to the tragic passing alongside his brother so soon after shows the extreme highs and lows of life.

Ultimately, Jota was a humble, family-focussed man who loved sports and computer games, playing FIFA and Football Manager to the early hours. A bit of an introvert in an extroverted world. Many fans will see a bit of them in him.

It is, perhaps, for these reasons that Jota’s death has received such an outpouring of emotion.

Football and the events that happen within and around it are a microcosm of society and wider life. As supporters we idolise players, but more so those we can relate to. Often the respect is greater for those whose story is like Jota’s.

The 28-year-old’s death is a stark reminder of how precious, precarious and cruel life can be.

We must all take a little something from what Diogo Jota represented and carry his character and qualities into the world. It would be a better place for it.

Numero 20 para sempre. •

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Liverpool Show Their Heart in the Wake of Diogo Jota’s Death Liverpool Football Club have once again shown what it means to act with integrity during the darkest of times. As the footballing world mourns the loss of Diogo Jota, who tragically passed away alongside his brother André Silva, reports from Portugal have underlined the […]

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Liverpool Football Club have once again shown what it means to act with integrity during the darkest of times. As the footballing world mourns the loss of Diogo Jota, who tragically passed away alongside his brother André Silva, reports from Portugal have underlined the club’s quiet commitment to doing the right thing.

According to Portuguese outlet Record, Liverpool intend to honour the final two years of Jota’s contract by paying the full amount to his family. In a sport often consumed by headlines and transfer figures, such a gesture speaks to something far deeper than the business of football.

The reaction has been swift and heartfelt. Tributes have poured in from across the globe, remembering a player of rare quality and a man who left a lasting impression on fans, teammates and opponents alike.

Gesture Beyond Financial Obligation

What makes Liverpool’s decision so significant is not the financial figure involved, but the principle behind it. In moments of loss, contracts and clauses feel hollow. Yet honouring Jota’s deal in full ensures his loved ones are not left worrying about financial matters in their grief.

This is not simply about a club fulfilling a legal commitment. This is a club saying to a family, we remember your son, your brother, your partner, and we will stand beside you. It sends a message not just to Jota’s family but to every member of the Liverpool community about what the club stands for.

Photo: IMAGO Football Family United in Grief

As Saturday’s funeral approached in Gondomar, Portugal, there were images of the Liverpool squad in full attendance. They were joined by former teammates including Fabinho, Thiago Alcântara, James Milner and Jordan Henderson. All came to pay respects, not because they had to, but because it felt right.

For Liverpool’s current manager Arne Slot, who guided the club to a Premier League title in his debut season, this moment required a different kind of leadership. His presence, alongside every senior figure, reflected the collective heartbreak and unity of the squad.

Legacy of Compassion

Liverpool’s response to tragedy has often been marked by humanity. Whether in the aftermath of Hillsborough or more recent personal losses, the club has never shied away from standing with those in mourning.

In Diogo Jota’s case, this extends not just to floral tributes or minute’s silences, but to sustained action. That is how a legacy is built. That is how a man is remembered. And in supporting Jota’s family in this way, Liverpool have reaffirmed what it truly means to be part of the club.

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Memories Made in Bergamo There are footballing performances that linger in the mind long after the final whistle. For Liverpool supporters, Diogo Jota’s stunning hat-trick against Atalanta in November 2020 sits among those unforgettable moments. It was a night that etched his name into the fabric of Anfield, a demonstration of ruthless talent from a […]

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There are footballing performances that linger in the mind long after the final whistle. For Liverpool supporters, Diogo Jota’s stunning hat-trick against Atalanta in November 2020 sits among those unforgettable moments. It was a night that etched his name into the fabric of Anfield, a demonstration of ruthless talent from a forward who, on his day, was capable of touching greatness.

Signed for £41 million from Wolves in the summer, Jota arrived without much fanfare, overshadowed by the arrival of Thiago Alcântara. But while the Spaniard brought class, it was Jota who brought goals. And when Liverpool needed them most, he delivered.

Turning Point in a Troubled Season

Liverpool’s 2020 season had already taken a cruel twist. Having entered as Premier League champions, their campaign was rocked in October by the long-term injury to Virgil van Dijk. The Dutchman’s absence seemed to deflate hopes of further silverware.

Yet just as the team looked vulnerable, Jota began to rise. A goal against Sheffield United, another versus FC Midtjylland, followed by a winner against West Ham. All in the space of a week. But if those strikes hinted at his ability, what came next in Bergamo fully confirmed it.

Jota’s Hat-Trick Against Atalanta

Jurgen Klopp showed his trust by starting Jota in the Champions League tie away at Atalanta. Up to that point, all his goals had come at Anfield. This was his chance to show he could take centre stage on foreign soil. He did not waste it.

His first goal came from a sublime ball by Trent Alexander-Arnold, sliced through the defence like a scalpel. Jota beat the offside line, shrugged off his marker and dinked the keeper with a touch of elegance that belied the occasion.

Photo: IMAGO

Goal number two was even better. Joe Gomez floated one into the area and Jota, always alert, brought it down on his left, nudged it inside, then drilled it past the keeper with his right. Precision, balance and two-footed mastery all in one movement.

The third arrived late. Sadio Mane slid a perfectly weighted pass through the lines, and Jota, timing his run with surgical accuracy, rounded the goalkeeper and slotted home. A Champions League hat-trick. Away from home. Wearing red with pride.

Liverpool won 5-0. Mohamed Salah and Mane scored too, but the night belonged to Jota.

Legacy Beyond Numbers

What Jota showed that night in Italy was the kind of intelligence and flair that belongs in elite company. His movement recalled Torres. His finishing was all Suarez. Yet he was never fully allowed to climb into that pantheon. Injury, more than form, stole too many games from him.

Still, he gave moments. And for football fans, that is often what lives longest.

Supporters across Liverpool, Wolves, Portugal and beyond will all have that one Jota moment etched in memory. For some, it was his brace against Arsenal. Others will hold tight to the Merseyside Derby winner. But for many, it was that night in Bergamo, when he announced himself not just as a Liverpool player, but as a match-winner on the grandest of stages.

His legacy is not measured in appearances or seasons, but in flashes of brilliance that stirred the soul. Jota gave us those. And for that, he will always be remembered.

Rest in peace.

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Diogo Jota's wife and family were joined by Liverpool players for the funeral of the forward and his brother, Andre Silva, in Portugal following their deaths in a car crash in Spain.

The father-of-three, who married his long-term partner Rute Cardoso 11 days before the accident, died alongside his brother after a Lamborghini they were travelling in burst into flames following a suspected tyre blowout in the early hours of Thursday morning.

The coffins of Jota and Silva were carried into Igreja Matriz de Gondomar church in the town of Gondomar near Porto on Saturday morning, followed by mourners.

A church bell tolled and crowds applauded as the brothers' coffins were carried into the church, followed by mourners, some with their arms around each other.

Others seen arriving at the church included Reds head coach Arne Slot, captain Virgil van Dijk and team-mates including Andy Robertson, Conor Bradley, Ryan Gravenberch, Cody Gakpo, Curtis Jones, Darwin Nunez and Joe Gomez.

Image: Liverpool boss Arne Slot was in attendance Image: Liverpool players past and present were in attendance Image: Jota's Liverpool team-mates Darwin Nunez (left) and Federico Chiesa (right) were in attendance

Also at the funeral for the Portugal international were his national team-mates Bruno Fernandes of Manchester United, Ruben Dias and Bernardo Silva of Manchester City, Joao Felix and Renato Veiga of Chelsea, Nelson Semedo from Wolves, Joao Moutinho, Rui Patricio and Ruben Neves, as well as former Liverpool player Fabinho, Porto president Andre Villas-Boas and Portugal manager Roberto Martinez.

Image: Jota's Portugal team-mate Bruno Fernandes was in attendance Image: Jota's Portugal team-mate Ruben Dias was in attendance Image: Jota's Portugal team-mate Bernardo Silva was in attendance Image: Jota's ex-Wolves team-mate Joao Moutinho was in attendance

Neves served as one of the pallbearers for Jota after flying in from Florida, where he played for Al Hilal in the Club World Cup quarter-final on Friday night.

Some of the players carried wreaths shaped like football shirts as they arrived at the church.

"They are [have been] really sad days, as you can imagine, but today we have shown we are a very large, but close family," Martinez told Sky Sports News.

"We are Portugal, and it was essential for us that [with] Andre Silva and Diogo Jota, we are together and we will always be together and their spirit will be with us forever.

"Thank you very much for your messages, for your support and everything that we have received [from] all over the world. It means a lot and today we are all one football family."

City midfielder Silva also paid tribute to his fellow Portugal international.

"I can't even imagine the pain of the family, of Rute, of the children, of the parents," Silva told Portuguese broadcaster TVI.

"I must talk a little about Jota, who was a great friend to all of us.

"His career, although not the most important thing, speaks for itself. His passion, will and determination allowed him to succeed in life and have a brilliant career.

"More important than that, as a person, the memories that remain. Jota will remain in our hearts forever. He will always be present at all breakfasts, lunches, dinners, national team gatherings, PlayStation or card games.

"It is a very tough episode for all of us, because we spent a lot of time together. The memories I have with him are fantastic. These happy memories will remain; he will be present in every victory.

"We were rivals and team-mates for many years. He became a great friend. He was present at my wedding. Unfortunately, I wasn't at his, because I was at the Club World Cup.

"It is a family that will always be with us and that we will try to preserve."

After the funeral service, the coffins were carried to the cemetery next to the church.

Family and friends gathered for the brothers' wake on Friday, with a queue forming outside the Portuguese chapel.

The brothers' parents attended the Sao Cosme Chapel, the Capela da Ressurreicao, in Gondomar, with Portuguese President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa, Prime Minister Luis Montenegro and Jota's agent also there.

People held service sheets featuring pictures of both brothers, the largest one showing Jota smiling in his Liverpool shirt and making a heart sign with his hands.

Liverpool postponed the return of their players for pre-season following Jota's death and players past and present paid tribute to him and his brother on social media.

A sea of floral tributes had been left outside Anfield, with many Liverpool fans and supporters of other clubs looking to pay their respects.

Flags have been lowered to half-mast at the stadium and all club stores, museums and tours have been closed until Monday, with staff offered wellbeing support.

Jota and Silva were found dead after the car crashed on the A-52 in Palacios de Sanabria near the city of Zamora at 12.40am on Thursday.

Police said they were investigating the possibility that the Lamborghini left the road because of a tyre blowout while overtaking, and a source from the government sub-delegation in Zamora confirmed "a possible speeding incident" was being looked at.

Pictures of the aftermath of the crash showed debris scattered along the side of the road including what appeared to be charred parts of the vehicle.

No other vehicles are said to have been involved in the incident.

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A loss Thursday would be a devasting blow in an already frustrating 2024/25.

As is the case for any (sobs) 14th-place team, Tottenham Hotspur's season hinges on competitions outside the Premier League. A bye into the Europa League Round of 16 keeps that avenue open, and the FA Cup remains a possibility as well, but the most immediate and realistic path to silverware is the League Cup. Yes, the road is brutal, with a trip to Anfield before a final against Newcastle, but only 180 minutes separate Spurs from ending their long-standing trophy drought.

That makes Thursday the biggest match of the season so far. Tottenham impressed in the semifinal's first leg, grinding out a 1-0 win despite ceding possession, absorbing pressure, and deploying a makeshift backline. Now, the battle shifts to Liverpool, where the country's best team will be confident in its ability to overcome a one-goal deficit. Spurs enter as clear underdogs but must find a way to advance.

Semifinals (2nd Leg): Liverpool (0) vs. Tottenham Hotspur (1)

Date: Thursday, February 6
Time: 3:00 pm ET, 8:00 pm UK
Location: Anfield Stadium, Liverpool
TV: Paramount+ (USA), Sky Sports Main Event (UK)

Since the first leg, Liverpool has gone 5-1-1, with the lone defeat coming in a meaningless Champions League contest with a rotated lineup. With a Premier League title in sight and a strong European campaign underway, one might assume this competition sits lower on the priority list. Unfortunately for Spurs, there are no significant matches on Liverpool's immediate horizon, meaning Arne Slot is likely to field a strong XI at Anfield.

Both teams were relatively cautious in North London, though for different reasons. Tottenham's approach was shaped by a defense missing three of its four preferred starters, alongside a newly introduced Antonin Kinsky. Ange Postecoglou now has the opportunity of choosing from options like Kevin Danso and Mathys Tel, though plenty of important names like Micky van de Ven remain injured.

For Liverpool, the decision to play pragmatically was likely strategic — returning home with just a one-goal deficit seemed an acceptable trade-off. Having made that decision, Slot's side will now bring intensity reminiscent of December's league fixture. Players like Luis Diaz, Trent Alexander-Arnold, and Dominik Szoboszlai were all absent from the first leg's starting lineup, but may be called upon Thursday with the objective more clear.

A few moments of greatness

Tottenham will not see much of the ball at Anfield. Liverpool will dominate possession, generate the bulk of the chances, and apply relentless pressure in Spurs' defensive third. That is a daunting prospect for cobbled-together squad; the number one priority is minimizing mistakes, especially with a lead to protect.

That said, Spurs must be willing to attack when opportunities arise and will not need much possession to be dangerous. Both Dominic Solanke's narrowly disallowed goal and Lucas Bergvall's successful strike in the first leg came via direct play over the top. Exploiting Liverpool's high press with quick, vertical attacks could be Tottenham's best path to maintaining the advantage.

If Spurs can capitalize on a pressing opponent and snatch an insurance goal, the tie will come down to their ability to weather the inevitable storm. Recent form does not inspire much confidence in their defensive resilience, but Tottenham has produced surprising performances against top teams this season. Postecoglou will need another one to keep his second-season trophy promise alive.

Liverpool fans will have seen the social media stories circling that both Mo Salah and Virgil van Dijk signing a new contract, something Arne Slot was asked to comment on.

Speaking (via 90min.com), our head coach said: "We have some contractual situations that you don't probably don't know about.

"But Trent, Mo and Virgil haven't extended yet. So we are aware of the fact that we have to be sharp and ready for things that can happen.

"My life is mainly short term but we have so many quality people at this club that look at the longer term as well.

"You always have to be prepared for all the new things coming up.

"The players that don't play a big part at the moment; will they be able to do this another year? Will they fight for their place or will they [want to] go somewhere else?

"So we have to be prepared for the next window and what we can do."

The Dutchman doesn't really like to provide a direct answer on these topics, as it's not something he's directly involved in and prefers to allow time to pass.

However, confirmation that contracts have not been signed is a clear indication of the current situation and does debunk Robbie Fowler's theory.

Salah, Van Dijk and Trent have not yet signed a new contract Pictures via @MoSalah on X

John Barnes has stated that if he were in charge of the new deals, he would select our captain as the most important of the trio.

Many fans have their own opinions as to who they would or wouldn't allow to leave the club but it does feel that the overwhelming majority want all three to commit their future to staying on Merseyside.

You would assume the club can afford to do this but whether the financial model allows it is another question.

It's the same situation we've been in all campaign but we can take from this that no deals have yet been signed and it doesn't feel like we're close to them being done either.

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Mohamed Salah, Virgil van Dijk and Trent Alexander-Arnold are all out of contract in the summer, with Liverpool at risk of losing all three of their stars for nothing

Liverpool are set to face Tottenham Hotspur at Anfield in the Carabao Cup semi-final second leg tonight.

The Reds lost the away first leg 1-0 controversially courtesy of Lucas Bergvall's late goal but he really should’ve been sent off earlier.

Newcastle United have reached the final by beating Arsenal in the other semi-final so the winner of this tie will take on the Magpies at Wembley on 16th March.

As per team news, Joe Gomez and Diogo Jota have returned to full fitness after recovering from their injury problems but Trent Alexander-Arnold has sustained an issue since featuring against the Cherries. So, he has been ruled out.

Predicted Liverpool lineup vs Tottenham

Caoimhin Kelleher has been playing in the cup competitions but Alisson Becker started in the previous leg at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium and the Brazilian may continue in goal for the hosts tonight.

Jarell Quansah has started all the Carabao Cup matches thus far this season but considering the importance of the fixture tonight, Ibrahima Konate is expected to be called upon to feature alongside Virgil van Dijk in the CB position.

Conor Bradley would replace injured Alexander-Arnold and Kostas Tsimikas might get the nod to start in the left-back position ahead of Andy Robertson.

Ryan Gravenberch and Alexis Mac Allister are likely to continue in the engine room with Dominik Szoboszlai in the CAM role. Therefore, Wataru Endo and Curtis Jones could be among the substitutes.

Cody Gakpo has also played all the League Cup games and should continue in his preferred left-wing position, while Mohamed Salah would be on the opposite side.

Luis Diaz may start again in the CF role, therefore, Darwin Nunez and Jota could feature off the bench if needed. Here is how Liverpool could line up vs Tottenham:

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