Liverpool confirmed that he would “immortal” the number 20 shirt to commemorate the striker Diogo Jota after he and his younger brother Andre Silva died in a traffic accident in Spain.
The number 20 shirt associated with the golden season 2024/25, when Jota scored the decisive goal in the Merseyside derby against Everton. This is also the final goal in his career, helping Liverpool win the 20th Premier League championship in history.
The club's announcement stated: “The number 20 shirt will be hung permanently for Jota's contribution in the 2024/25 championship season.
Immediately after the sudden death of Jota, fans everywhere called on the club to permanently hang the number 20 shirt, considering this as a necessary action to commemorate a dedicated, professional and inspiring player. Hashtag “Forever 20” has become a trend on social networks like X (Twitter) and Reddit.
Liverpool confirmed that they would honor the shirt in a special way, although never hung any shirt during 133 years of history. “Immortalization” can mean hanging permanently the number of shirts, displaying shirts at Anfield, or commemorating with the forms of rituals next season.
Diogo Jota, joined Liverpool since 2020, scored 65 goals after 182 matches, often shining at key moments. His familiar celebration in front of Kop stands now becomes a symbol of a warrior. Coach Arne Slot and Liverpool leaders all sent deep condolences, calling Jota “an irreplaceable family”. Big clubs like Real Madrid, MU or UEFA and the global football community also send the memorial.
The heritage that Diogo Jota left was not only in the goals, but also in the hearts of fans. Liverpool will never forget the number 20 – a number now becomes a legend.
