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Ahead of the 2025 Community Shield match at Wembley Stadium between Liverpool and Crystal Palace, a touching tribute was paid to the late Liverpool striker Diogo Jota and his brother André Silva, who both tragically died in a car crash in Spain on July 3. The ceremony included wreaths laid on the pitch, a moment of silence, and a rendition of Liverpool's anthem "You'll Never Walk Alone," accompanied by a white banner displaying Jota's image and number 20 shirt. Liverpool legend Ian Rush, Crystal Palace chairman Steve Parish, and Football Association chair Debbie Hewitt laid the wreaths in the Liverpool end, while images of the brothers were displayed on the big screens, evoking standing ovations from fans of both clubs.

However, the moment of silence was interrupted by a minority of Crystal Palace fans, causing frustration among Liverpool supporters and respectful Palace fans who tried to quiet the interruption. Liverpool's manager Arne Slot expressed pride in how his team had managed the difficult summer following Jota's death, acknowledging the impact on everyone connected to the club.

In honor of Diogo Jota, Liverpool has retired the number 20 shirt across all club levels in consultation with his family. Tributes were also displayed at Liverpool's pre-season matches. Crystal Palace defender José Fonte, a close friend of Jota and a former Portugal teammate, paid a heartfelt tribute, describing the loss as "very hard" and expressing sympathy for Jota’s family. Fonte highlighted the brothers' character, both as outstanding footballers and as great human beings who worked hard to achieve their success.

The tribute at Wembley reflected the deep respect and mourning within the football community, commemorating the lives and careers of two talented brothers cut short, even as a somber mood was momentarily marred by disruptions from a small group of fans.

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