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Diogo Jota’s Sons to Join Mascots for LiverpoolWolves Match at Anfield

The tribute comes at the first meeting of his two former English clubs since his July death, with Liverpool figures reflecting on his legacy in matchday notes.

Overview

  • Multiple outlets, led by The Times, report that Dinis and Duarte will walk out with the mascots before kick-off on Saturday.
  • Jota’s widow Rute Cardoso is expected at Anfield as a special guest, reflecting ongoing support for his family.
  • In programme notes, head coach Arne Slot hopes the affection for Jota brings solace to his family, and captain Virgil van Dijk writes the squad is still processing the loss.
  • Liverpool have retired Jota’s No. 20 shirt and owners FSG have pledged to honour his contract, while Wolves inducted him into their Hall of Fame.
  • Jota, 28, died with his brother Andre Silva in a July car crash in Spain, and Wolves players laid flowers at his Anfield memorial on Friday.