Remembering Diogo Jota: His final goal for Liverpool to clinch the Merseyside Derby

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It was a fitting final goal for the Reds, deciding a high-profile fixture in style as he so often did in a Liverpool shirt. Photo by Steven Halliwell | MI News/NurPhoto via Getty ImagesDiogo Jota was so often Liverpool’s man for the big momentJota had a habit of delivering when Liverpool needed him most.

With the pressure rising against Everton and every point carrying huge weight in the run-in, Jota stepped up with a moment of quality that settled the contest.In a Liverpool side filled with attacking star-power, the Portuguese carved out his place as a match-winner, and that is a huge part of why he remains so revered on Merseyside.Photo by Liverpool FC/Liverpool FC via Getty ImagesLiverpool have sorely missed Diogo Jota this seasonOf course, the emotional impact of Jota’s passing rocked Liverpool to its core. A less discussed point is how much Liverpool have missed Jota on the pitch.

So often, he kept Liverpool afloat when injuries ravaged the forward areas. READ MORE: Liverpool boss Arne Slot thanks Everton for Diogo Jota tribute ahead of poignant Merseyside DerbyJoin Our NewsletterReceive a digest of our best Liverpool content each week direct to your mailbox