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Portugal honors Diogo Jota as they face Croatia in World Cup

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 12:43 PM

Last updated Jul 2, 2026

Portugal honors Diogo Jota as they face Croatia in World Cup
Summary

Portugal is gearing up to face Croatia in a World Cup match scheduled for July 3 in Toronto. The game holds special significance as it marks one year since the death of Diogo Jota, who was a key player for Portugal. Ruben Neves and head coach Roberto Martinez emphasized the emotional weight of this match, stating they aim to win the tournament in Jota's memory. Jota's legacy is being honored through tributes, including players wearing wristbands bearing his name, and a recognition of his influence on the team.

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  • •Portugal plays Croatia for a spot in the World Cup last 16.
  • •Diogo Jota died in a car accident one year ago.
  • •Ruben Neves continues to communicate with Jota's memory.
  • •Players wear wristbands honoring Jota during matches.
  • •Jota's family was present at the tournament to honor him.
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  • 12:43 PMYahoo Sports — 'We want to win World Cup for him' - Portugal carry Jota's memory
What they're saying
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One year after his death, Portugal are using Diogo Jota's memory to help inspire them at the 2026 World Cup.

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