Robertson shares letter from Diogo Jota's widow before World Cup match
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 12:11 AM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026
Andrew Robertson received a letter from Rute Cardoso, widow of Diogo Jota, before a match with Scotland at the FIFA World Cup. The letter provided emotional support as Robertson prepares for his first World Cup. Jota tragically died in July 2025, and although he was expected to join Portugal's squad, only Robertson will be competing. Scotland secured their spot in the World Cup after a decisive win against Denmark, ending a 28-year absence from the tournament. Scotland is set to face Brazil and Morocco in the group stage.
- •Robertson received a letter before the World Cup match
- •Jota passed away in July 2025
- •Scotland qualified after beating Denmark
- •Scotland will play Brazil and Morocco
- •Robertson aims to honor Jota's legacy
- 12:11 AMYahoo Sports — 😭 Robertson reveals letter from Diogo Jota's widow: You won't go alone
"The tragic death of Diogo Jota and his brother André Silva on July 3 last year has made headlines again.Robertson, one of the former Liverpool forward’s closest friends, revealed that he received a...
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