"Arne Slot praised Liverpool and Wolves fans for showing the football world how to behave as Diogo Jota's two English clubs came together to pay tribute to the late striker at Anfield. Jota's two young sons, Dinis and Duarte, were mascots for the first game between the clubs since the Portugal international died in July. Liverpool supporters applauded when Wolves' fans sang their song for Jota in the 18th minute"
"It was difficult but in a way also special and nice, said Slot of the emotional atmosphere inside the stadium. The football world again showed how to behave in moments like this. Our fans have been incredible since the tragedy happened. In every single moment they did what you hope they would do in memory of him. Today the away fans showed it is not only about our fans."
"Florian Wirtz scored his first goal for Liverpool since his potential 116m transfer from Bayer Leverkusen as Slot's side extended their unbeaten run to seven games. I am quite sure it was a relief for him, said the Liverpool head coach. I could see with his reaction when he scored the goal and it was the same with his teammates, they were really happy for him."
Liverpool and Wolves fans jointly honored Diogo Jota at Anfield, with his two young sons, Dinis and Duarte, serving as mascots for the first fixture since his death in July. Wolves supporters sang for Jota in the 18th minute while Liverpool fans applauded, and Anfield acclaimed him in the 20th minute reflecting his squad numbers. The entire Wolves squad visited the memorial outside Anfield the night before. Florian Wirtz scored his first Liverpool goal since a potential £116m move from Bayer Leverkusen, extending the club's unbeaten run to seven games and suggesting improving fitness and form.
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