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I think what made him so special was just his technical ability and his ability to sniff out a chance, Heskey tells FourFourTwo on behalf of betideas.com. He wasn't the biggest of lads, but he always gave everything and he was hardworking. He had this low centre of gravity because he wasn't tall. He could turn and get around defenders and score goals. He was brilliant.

The way the fans conducted themselves after that tragedy, how many flowers there were, all the memorials, I can almost get emotional thinking about it. It's unbelievable what our fans have done and our players as well, the way they have conducted themselves in and around the funeral. And then we have to train again. There are moments where I feel, What must his wife and his children feel now?

Cristiano Ronaldo scored his 139th and 140th international goals as Portugal thrashed Armenia 5-0 in their first match since the death of Diogo Jota in a car accident in July. A minute's silence was held before the World Cup qualifier in honour of Jota, who won 49 caps for Portugal, and banners were on display around the Vazgen Sargsyan Republican Stadium in Yerevan.

Portugal's first match of their World Cup qualifiers is also the first chance to mark the passing of Diogo Jota. Who: Armenia vs Portugal What: UEFA qualifiers for FIFA 2026 World Cup Where: Vazgen Sargsyan Republican Stadium in Yerevan, Armenia When: Saturday, September 6 at 8pm (16:00 GMT). How to follow: We'll have all the build-up on Al Jazeera Sport from 13:00 GMT in advance of our live text commentary stream. list of 4 itemsend of list

"We won the Nations League and Diogo Jota was part of that success," Martinez said in a news conference on Friday. "He's a strength for us, a source of motivation because he wanted to win the World Cup. We have a responsibility to fight for the Portuguese people, as always, but we have a responsibility for Diogo, and that's very special."

Liverpool supporters paid respect with a rousing rendition of 'You'll Never Walk Alone' as wreaths were brought out in honor of Diogo Jota and his brother Silva.

Liverpool's new record signing Florian Wirtz made his first start during a match against AC Milan, where the team was ultimately defeated 4-2.

Wolves have inducted former forward Diogo Jota into their Hall of Fame in a tribute that honours both his remarkable achievements and the impact his passing has had on the footballing world.

United's Portuguese contingent laid a wreath among the tributes outside Anfield in memory of Diogo Jota and his brother André Silva, who tragically passed away.

Wolverhampton Wanderers coaching staff and players paid their respects to former teammate Diogo Jota following his tragic death in a car accident. Flowers and tributes were placed at Molineux stadium and around the Billy Wright statue as fans honored his memory. Jota, who played 130 matches for Wolves, was instrumental in their promotion to the Premier League, scoring 44 goals. Liverpool is also set to pay tribute during their upcoming friendly match at Preston North End.

Kylian Mbappe's celebration during Real Madrid's victory showcased the number 20, honoring Diogo Jota, who tragically died in a car crash just days before.