Liverpool players, including manager Arne Slot and captain Virgil van Dijk, attended the funeral of Jota and his brother Silva after a tragic accident. The funeral took place at the Sao Cosme Chapel in Gondomar, Portugal, and was attended by family, friends, and officials, including the Portuguese President. A wake was held prior to the funeral, with many showing support including floral tributes outside Anfield. Liverpool postponed pre-season training as a mark of respect, with club facilities closed and flags at half-mast.
The brothers' parents attended the Sao Cosme Chapel, the Capela da Ressurreicao, in the town of Gondomar near Porto on Friday, with Portuguese President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa, Prime Minister Luis Montenegro and Jota's agent also among attendees.
Liverpool postponed the return of players for pre-season following Jota's death, as a number of players past and present paid tribute.
A sea of floral tributes had been left outside Anfield, with many Liverpool fans and supporters of other clubs looking to pay their respects.
Flags have been lowered to half-mast at the stadium and all club stores, museums and tours have been closed until Monday, with staff offered wellbeing support.
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