An unforgettable day at Anfield as Liverpool pays tribute to Diogo Jota in a heartwarming gesture. Rute Cardoso, Jota’s widow, shared a heartfelt message of gratitude with fans for their incredible support during these challenging times. Rute, accompanied by their children Dinis and Duarte, watched as the boys took on mascot duties at the match against Wolves. Walking hand in hand with Liverpool’s Virgil van Dijk and Wolves’ Jose Sa, it was an emotional sight for everyone present.
The passionate Anfield crowd honoured Jota with a moving rendition of “You’ll Never Walk Alone,” and moments of reflection and appreciation filled the day. A special moment unfolded as Van Dijk played with Dinis and Duarte near the Kop, creating memories sure to last a lifetime.
Liverpool emerged victorious, beating Wolves 2-1 through goals by Ryan Gravenberch and Florian Wirtz. In tribute to Jota, Gravenberch celebrated with the beloved baby shark routine, a gesture that touched many hearts.
Rute later took to Instagram, expressing her gratitude: “From the bottom of my heart, thank you to the club and to all the fans for the love, respect, and support shown during this incredibly difficult time. Your messages and gestures have meant more than words can express.”
Fans left heartfelt comments on Rute’s post, ensuring the family felt the love and support of the Liverpool community. As Jota’s squad number, 20, is immortalised in every match, his spirit remains alive within the stadium. The Reds are committed to ensuring Jota’s legacy endures, with supporters chanting his name every game in the 20th minute.
The touching scenes at Anfield remind us of the power of community and the indelible impact one individual can have. Jota may be gone, but he will never walk alone. YNWA ❤️