Overview
- Liverpool formally removed the No.20 shirt from its squad in recognition of Jota’s contributions since his 2020 arrival
- Before kickoff against Athletic Club de Bilbao, Phil Thompson and Jon Uriarte laid bouquets on the pitch as supporters held a minute’s silence
- At exactly 20 minutes and 11 seconds, fans and players stood together to honor Jota’s jersey number and debut season
- Stadium screens displayed “You’ll Never Walk Alone” alongside messages of eternal rest for Jota and his brother
- Virgil van Dijk said returning to play felt surreal and reaffirmed the team’s commitment to supporting Jota’s widow, children and parents