Liverpool Retires No.20 Kit in Honor of Diogo Jota
Jul 12, 2025, by Phan Tich Giay
- Diogo Jota's Passing: Diogo Jota and his brother tragically passed away in a car accident in Zamora, Spain, leading to an outpouring of grief from Liverpool FC and its fans.
- No. 20 Immortalized: Liverpool FC has decided to 'immortalize' the number 20 shirt in honor of Diogo Jota, though it is unconfirmed whether they will officially retire the number.
- Significance of Number 20: The number 20 holds special meaning for Jota, as he joined Liverpool in 2020 and wore the number while becoming a fan favorite, also recently winning his 20th domestic league title with Liverpool.
Update: Liverpool has officially retired Diogo Jota’s No. 20 shirt following his passing, marking the first such gesture in the club’s history. The decision, made in consultation with Jota’s wife Rute and family, honours his five-year impact both on and off the pitch. The number 20 will no longer be worn across any LFC teams, including the women’s and academy sides.
In a deeply moving tribute following the tragic passing of forward Diogo Jota and his brother yesterday, Liverpool has announced its decision to "immortalise" the number 20 shirt in his memory.
Diogo Jota and his brother André Silva tragically died yesterday in a car accident in Zamora, Spain. They were driving a Lamborghini when a tyre blew out during overtaking, causing the car to veer off the road and catch fire. Both brothers were pronounced dead at the scene.
Liverpool to "Immortalise" the No.20 Kit Number in Honour of Diogo Jota
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In an official statement released on their website, Liverpool FC shared the heartbreaking news and expressed the collective grief of the club, its staff, players, and the global fanbase. The decision to honor the number 20 was made to ensure that Diogo Jota's legacy at Anfield will never be forgotten.
This poignant gesture is a measure to honor the player's immense contribution and the profound impact he had on the club and its supporters.
The Significance of the Number 20
Jota's connection with the number 20 was profound and symbolic throughout his time at Anfield. He joined Liverpool in the year 2020 and proudly wore the No. 20 on his back as he became a fan favorite, known for his crucial goals and relentless work ethic. Not only that, he also recently won his 20th domestic league title with Liverpool.
The number became synonymous with his identity at the club.
According to Liverpool’s announcement, they will be "immortalising" the number 20, which only means that it will be remembered forever but does not confirm that they will retire the number 20. It’s possible that the number 20 will not be assigned to any other player for the foreseeable future.
Diogo Jota's legacy at Liverpool will now be forever enshrined with the number 20.
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