Liverpool is in shock after their footballer Diogo Jota lost his younger brother Andre Silva in a car accident on July 3rd in Spain. Coach Arne Slot openly spoke about how players should cope with this tragedy – by being themselves and following their emotions, whether that means laughing or crying, training or not. The club retired the number 20 jersey in Jota’s honor, and the friendly match against Preston will feature emotional tributes, including a minute of silence and black armbands. Slot emphasized how hard it is to find the right words and how Jota was always himself, no matter the circumstances. This tragedy casts a shadow over preparations for the new season but shows that football is more than a game – it’s family, emotions, and humanity. If you want to laugh, laugh. If you want to cry, cry. But be yourself. What do you think is the best way to handle such a tragedy? Share your thoughts, maybe together we can find an answer.
