UEFA faces calls to postpone the Women's Euro 2025 fixture between Spain and Portugal after the shocking death of Liverpool forward Diogo Jota. The 28-year-old, along with his brother Andre, passed away, resulting in widespread grief in football. Chris Pajak commented on Sky News about the emotional toll on players, suggesting many may not be ready to play. The emotional situation is particularly felt in Portugal, where Jota was a key part of the national football identity, having scored 14 goals in 49 appearances.
Calls have been made for UEFA to postpone tonight's Women's Euro 2025 fixture between Spain and Portugal following the death of Diogo Jota. The 28-year-old Liverpool forward passed away in shocking circumstances alongside his brother Andre, prompting widespread grief across football.
Chris Pajak, a prominent voice on Merseyside through the Redmen TV platform, was invited onto Sky News to discuss the potential emotional toll on players due to represent their country just hours after the tragedy. I'm sure it will have an emotional toll on the players... I hope that UEFA do the right thing and maybe postpone the game.
The broadcaster emphasised how serious the situation is in Jota's homeland, noting: You can see how big a news it is in Portugal. I wouldn't like to see them be put through playing today of all days.
Portugal's national teams – both men's and women's – have long considered Jota a key part of their modern football identity, with the Liverpool No.20 having scored 14 goals for his country across 49 senior appearances.
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