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Liverpool release images of planned Jota memorial
TL;DR
Liverpool has unveiled images of a memorial for Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva, who tragically died in a car crash last summer. The sculpture, titled 'Forever 20', features elements honoring their lives and connection.
Key points
- Liverpool released images of a memorial for Diogo Jota and Andre Silva.
- The brothers died in a car crash on July 3, 2023.
- The memorial is titled 'Forever 20' and features a heart design.
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Liverpool have released images of a planned memorial to late forward Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva, following their deaths last summer.
Jota, 28, and 25-year-old Andre Silva, who played for Portuguese second division club Penafiel, died in a car crash on 3 July in the Spanish province of Zamora.
The sculpture features a flowing heart design - a nod to the Portugal international's goal celebration - the two brothers' shirt numbers, 20 and 30, plus the lyrics to Jota's song, which is sung by Liverpool fans in the 20th minute at every game.
Titled 'Forever 20', the club says it celebrates Jota and Andre Silva's "lives, their bond, and the love and respect felt by family, team-mates and supporters across the world".
The memorial, which will be located at Anfield on 97 Avenue, has recycled the physical tributes left outside Anfield since Jota's death by fans paying their respects and incorporated them into the stone plinth.
Liverpool have not yet announced when it will be unveiled but will reveal the date in the future.
Jota joined the Reds from Wolves in 2020 and scored 65 goals in 182 appearances for the club, winning the Premier League, FA Cup and two League Cups during his time on Merseyside.
Q&A
What happened to Diogo Jota and Andre Silva?
Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva died in a car crash on July 3 in the Spanish province of Zamora.
What does the 'Forever 20' memorial represent?
'Forever 20' celebrates the lives of Diogo Jota and Andre Silva, highlighting their bond and the love from family, teammates, and supporters.
What elements are included in the memorial sculpture?
The sculpture features a flowing heart design, the brothers' shirt numbers 20 and 30, and lyrics to Jota's song sung by Liverpool fans.
