Premier League Matches Will Hold Creation-Silence Sessions For Diogo Jota

JAKARTA - The Premier League confirmed that a moment of silence will be held in all major league games this weekend in memory of Liverpool's attackers, Diogo Jota, and his brother, Andre Silva.

The Premier League has spoken with Liverpool about the most appropriate way to remember the Portuguese star, who died in a car crash with his brother on July 3, 2025 in Spain.

In addition to a moment of silence before kick-off, players from all clubs will be given black armband tires, while messages and images will be shared with clubs for display on the big screen.

Previously, respect was paid to the two brothers before Community Shield on Sunday, August 10, 2025, between Liverpool and Crystal Palace at Wembley, by placing wreaths on the pitch and a moment of silence before kick-off.

However, a small number of Palace supporters broke the silence, which sparked a strong reaction on the other side of the pitch. Other Eagles supporters tried to silence those who did not respect the respect.

The Reds head coach, Arne Slot, said the incident had no ill intentions.

"I don't think this is a plan or idea from the supporters who caused the commotion. Maybe he didn't realize that it was a moment of silence."

"He's just still happy and trying to cheer up his team. I think Palace supporters are trying to calm the guy down. So, I don't think they have any bad intentions."

"They tried to calm him down, but it was also a bit noisy. Then our fans reacted. So, I don't think there was any bad intentions behind this because Crystal Palace supporters and around the world have paid great respect to Diogo and Andre."

"I think it's bad luck, I can't find the right word, but I don't think there's any bad intentions in it," said Arne Slot.

Liverpool fans paid their respects by performing the lively You'll Never Walk Alone song when wreaths were taken out, while lifting a white banner that read 'Diogo J' featuring a picture of the striker and jersey number 20.

The club's top scorer, Ian Rush, Crystal Palace Chairman Steve Parish, and FA president totaling Hewitt, laid wreaths on Liverpool stands, while supporters from both teams showed their respect with a lively applause as photos of the two brothers were shown on the big screen in the stadium.

Liverpool have retired Jota's number 20 jersey in honor of the player.