On the evening of July 4 (Vietnam time), an emotional memorial service for striker Diogo Jota took place at theastery in Gondomar ( portugal).
In particular, the appearance of President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa shows the level of influence and deep affection that this country has for the unfortunate star. Along with the President, Prime Minister Luis Montenegro was also present.
In addition, hundreds of relatives, friends, and colleagues of Jota and his younger brother Andre Silva came to express condolences to his family.
Many figures in the football world were also present at the ceremony such as "super bo" Jorge Mendes - Jota's representative, players Youssef Chermiti and Beto (Everton) - who lived and practiced in Portugal.
Rute Cardoso - Jota's wife choked up in tears, almost collapsing at the memorial service. They had just gotten married on June 22, less than two weeks before the accident. That fateful night, she still had dinner with her husband and three young children in the cozy family atmosphere.
Previously, Spanish media confirmed that Jota and his younger brother died in a serious car accident in Zamora province ( Spain). The car crashed while en route from Porto (Joa's home) to Santander - where he planned to catch a train to England to return to train with Liverpool. Because he had just undergone lung surgery, Jota was advised by the doctor not to take a plane.
Diogo Jota and Andre Silva's official funeral took place on July 5.
Meanwhile, thousands of fans gathered at Anfield (England) to lay flowers, scarves and commemorate a player who always fought hard for Liverpool's red shirt.
Jota's passing is a loss not only to Portuguese football, but also to the entire footballing world.
