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Liverpool are set to face Diogo Jota's former side Wolves this weekendWolves paid a heartfelt tribute to Diogo Jota at the start of the Premier League season. The football world was rocked by the Liverpool forward’s untimely death, just months after he had helped the Reds win the Premier League title.While the 28-year-old was beloved at Anfield, he also endeared himself to the Wolves fanbase.
The Molineux crowd demonstrated their adoration for Jota ahead of Wolves’ opening game against Manchester City in August.READ MORE: Diogo Jota's sons to be Liverpool mascots vs Wolves as Arne Slot sends emotional messageBefore kick-off, a giant tifo was unfurled in the South Bank, showing Jota celebrating a goal for Wolves. During the game, Wolves fans cheered for Jota throughout the 18th minute, the number he had worn for the club.Both Jota’s parents and his wife Rute Cardoso were in attendance to witness the tributes to their loved one.
Jota had described his feelings towards Wolves after sealing his move to Liverpool in 2020.He wrote on social media: "Thank you @Wolves 3 amazing years with so many achievements and memories! I will never forget."Following his death, Jota was inducted into the Wolves hall of fame.
