Emotional tributes were paid to Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva ahead of Liverpool's first game since their passing.

Players from both teams wore black armbands.

The crowd sang Jota's name once again when the fixture entered the 20th minute of play.

Liverpool confirmed before the friendly that the number 20 shirt would be permanently retired across all levels at the club in honour of the forward.

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The match at Deepdale was the Reds' first since Liverpool forward Jota and his brother were killed in a car crash in Spain on July 3.

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Preston captain Ben Whiteman lays a wreath in front of the Liverpool fans in honour of Diogo Jota.

Preston North End and Liverpool players hold a moments silence in honour of Diogo Jota ahead of kick-off?

Liverpool fans hold up a flag paying tribute to Diogo Jota ahead of the game against Preston North End

Andy Robertson was visibly emotional as Liverpool players applauded the travelling away fans, who were signing Diogo Jota's name