Ruben Neves reveals heartbreaking Diogo Jota tribute after dramatic winner - 'It had to be'

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Diogo Jota's Portugal teammate and close friend Ruben Neves has paid a touching tribute to the late Liverpool forward during the international break. In the midst of the euphoria, Neves took a moment to remember Jota by kissing the number 21 on his shirt - the number that Jota regularly wore when representing his country.

He rolled down his left sock to unveil a tattoo depicting the pair embracing each other while playing for Portugal, with Jota donning his No.21 shirt. This goal marked Neves' first for Portugal and came in their first home international match since Jota's passing.

It had to be this way." Martinez also paid further tribute to Jota in his post-match interview, insisting Jota's spirit is still running through his team. "For us it is a sign, a joy to feel that Diogo is with the family that is the national team, but also that it is a responsibility to fight for Jota's dream, which is everyone's dream." This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it.