Manchester United trio of Ruben Amorim, Bruno Fernandes and Diogo Dalot laid flowers on behalf of the club at the Anfield memorial for Liverpool star Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva.
Tragic passing of Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva
Earlier this month, Jota and his brother were tragically killed in a devastating car crash in Spain.
Since news of the accident emerged, the footballing world has been shaken to its core, sparking an outpouring of emotion that has transcended rivalries and united everyone.
During Liverpool’s pre-season friendly against Preston North End on Sunday, players, staff and supporters of both teams paid tribute to Jota and his brother.
Preston skipper Ben Whitman laid a wreath in front of the Liverpool fans. The two sides then took the pitch donning black armbands before a poignant minute of silence.
Both Fernandes and Dalot were in attendance for the funerals of Jota and Silva on July 5. United granted the pair extended time away from pre-season training to help them come to terms with the loss of their compatriots.
The two United stars, together with Jota, were part of the Portugal team that recently lifted the Nations League trophy after overcoming Spain on penalties in the final.
Amorim, Fernandes and Dalot pay tribute to Jota and his brother on behalf of United
Fernandes and Dalot were accompanied by head coach Amorim to lay a wreath on behalf of United at the Anfield memorial.
The three arrived at Anfield on Monday, dressed in all black. Alongside the wreath, they had a card that read, “Rest in peace Diogo and Andre, with deepest condolences from everyone at Manchester United.”
Bruno Fernandes, Diogo Dalot and Ruben Amorim have laid a tribute to Diogo Jota and Andre Silva at Anfield on behalf of Manchester United.🙏 pic.twitter.com/d01I78gzUU
— Ben Jacobs (@JacobsBen) July 14, 2025
𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐥𝐫𝐲 𝐝𝐨𝐞𝐬𝐧’𝐭 𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫… Amorim, Fernandes, and Dalot lay flowers on behalf of the Manchester United family. ❤️🌹
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— 433 (@433) July 14, 2025
In the aftermath of the tragedy, Fernandes wrote on social media, “Friend, colleague and companion in a thousand battles.”
“It is difficult to understand how it is possible for someone to leave so soon. May you and your brother find the peace you need to look after those you lost so soon and suddenly.”
“My condolences to your entire family.”
Dalot’s message read “Devastating… speechless… much strength to the family.”
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Derick Kinoti
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