Portugal prepares to honor Diogo Jota ahead of Croatia match

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Last updated Jul 2, 2026

Portugal prepares to honor Diogo Jota ahead of Croatia match

Summary

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.

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•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

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4:19 PMYahoo Sports — Portugal fans to honour Diogo Jota at first anniversary of his death
12:15 PMESPN — Portugal ready to honor Diogo Jota as anniversary ...

What they're saying

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Portugal fans plan to pay tribute to former national team player Diogo Jota on the first anniversary of his death in a special way at the World Cup last 32 match against Croatia later on Thursday. Fans plan to bring white balloons into the Toronto stadium and applaude in minute 21 which was his Portugal shirt number.
— Yahoo Sports

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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.
— ESPNby Beth Lindop

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