The FIFA Club World Cup quarter-final kicked off with a minute's silence in memory of Diogo Jota and André Silva

A tribute paid on American soil
Football news 04 july 2025, 15:46
Kenley Ward Dailysports's expert
Photo by Buda Mendes/Getty Images

Players and fans couldn't hold back their tears.

Details: Today, before the start of the FIFA Club World Cup quarter-final match between Brazilian side Fluminense and Saudi club Al Hilal, a minute's silence was observed in memory of the recently deceased Diogo Jota and his younger brother André Silva, who tragically lost their lives in a terrible car accident in Spain.

The stadium was enveloped in absolute silence for a minute, filled only with tears and applause—a gesture of respect for the footballers who have left this world.

Many players could not contain their emotions and began to comfort each other during this difficult moment.

A black-and-white photo of the brothers, smiling sincerely, appeared on the stadium's main screen, touching everyone in attendance…

See also: The final note! What was Jota's last goal for Liverpool like?

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