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Jota's sons to join mascots for Liverpool v Wolves

Jota's sons to join mascots for Liverpool v Wolves

Summary

The sons of Diogo Jota, a former football player for Liverpool and Wolverhampton Wanderers, will join mascots on the field at Anfield when the two teams meet. This match is the first encounter between Liverpool and Wolves since Jota's death in a car crash. Liverpool manager Arne Slot expressed hopes that the event might bring some comfort to Jota's family.

Key Facts

  • Diogo Jota's sons, Dinis and Duarte, will be with the mascots at the Liverpool versus Wolves game.
  • The match takes place at Anfield on a Saturday.
  • Jota and his brother Andre Silva died in a car accident in Spain in July.
  • Diogo Jota played for Liverpool from 2020 and previously for Wolves.
  • This will be the first game between the two teams since Jota's passing.
  • Jota scored 65 goals for Liverpool, helping them win major titles.
  • Arne Slot, Liverpool's manager, hopes the game can offer solace to Jota's family.

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