A minute's silence in memory of Diogo Jota was disturbed by a small portion of Crystal Palace fans ahead of their meeting with Liverpool for the Community Shield at Wembley.

Jota, 28, tragically passed away alongside his younger brother, Andre Silva, following a car accident in Spain last month.

Sunday's match at Wembley marked the first time Liverpool have played competitively since Jota's death and tributes were held before kick-off.

But a planned minute's silence to honour the Portugal international was marred by a small number of Palace fans, who could be heard making noise.

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Liverpool fans responded by booing angrily with referee Chris Kavanagh opting to cut the minute short.

TNT Sports commentator Darren Fletcher acknowledged the incident, saying: "Why on earth there are a certain few inside the stadium who would spoil that moment is absolutely beyond me."

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Wreaths were laid in tribute to Jota before the silence by Debbie Hewitt of the FA, the Liverpool icon, Ian Rush, and Steve Parish, Crystal Palace's chairman.

Liverpool fans paid their own tribute to Jota after 20 minutes of the match, standing as one and applauding in honour of the former Wolves, Porto and Portugal striker.

During that moment, new boy Jeremie Frimpong scored for the Reds to make it 2-1 at Wembley in a powerful, poignant moment.

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Fans of Liverpool show a Diogo Jota shirt as they pay their respects.

Arne Slot paid tribute to Jota before the game, telling the FA website: "This summer has been difficult for everybody connected with the club.

Jeremie Frimpong scored as fans paid tribute to Jota in the 20th minute.