Portugal prepares to honor Diogo Jota ahead of Croatia match
ESPN Soccer • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 8:01 AM
Last updated Jul 2, 2026
The Portugal national soccer team is set to honor forward Diogo Jota during their upcoming match against Croatia on Thursday. This occasion marks the one-year anniversary of Jota's tragic death in a car accident. The match will serve as an emotional tribute for his contributions to the team and his memory in the sport.
- •Portugal faces Croatia on Thursday
- •Tribute marks one year since Diogo Jota's death
- •Jota died in a car accident last year
- •Emotional honor for his contributions to Portugal
- •Match provides closure for teammates and fans
- 8:31 AMESPN Soccer — Portugal ready to honor 'extra man' Diogo Jota as anniversary of his death nears
"Portugal forward Diogo Jota died in a car accident a year ago, so when the country take to the pitch against Croatia on Thursday it will be an emotional time.
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