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Ahead of the 2025 Community Shield match between Liverpool and Crystal Palace at Wembley Stadium, a heartfelt tribute was paid to Diogo Jota and his brother André Silva, who tragically died in a car crash in Spain on July 3. Wreaths were placed on the pitch in their memory, followed by a period of silence as a mark of respect.

Liverpool supporters honored Jota with a rousing rendition of "You'll Never Walk Alone" while unveiling a white banner displaying Jota’s image, his number 20, and the words "Diogo J". Liverpool legend Ian Rush, Crystal Palace chairman Steve Parish, and Football Association chair Debbie Hewitt laid the wreaths at the Liverpool end. Both clubs’ fans stood in tribute as images of the late brothers were shown on the stadium’s big screens.

However, the moment of silence was disrupted by a small group of Palace fans, causing a strong backlash from Liverpool supporters and other Palace fans who tried to restore the respectful atmosphere. Liverpool manager Arne Slot expressed pride in how the team has coped with the tragedy and acknowledged the impact of Jota’s passing on everyone connected with the club.

Slot remarked, “This summer has been difficult for everybody connected with the club. The passing of Diogo Jota had a big impact on all of us and is something that we are still coming to terms with.” Despite the disruption, the tribute was widely seen as a moving and important gesture to honor the late Liverpool forward and his brother at the start of the new football season.

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