The football world was left in mourning following the tragic death of Liverpool forward Diogo Jota and his brother, Andre Silva, in a car crash in northern Spain earlier this year.
Liverpool’s football family rallied together during this incredibly difficult time, with tributes pouring in for Jota, who would have turned 29 today.
In the aftermath of Liverpool’s 1–0 derby victory over Everton, forward Diogo Jota took to social media to celebrate the performance of reserve goalkeeper Caoimhín Kelleher, according to a report from LiverpoolNews247.
Kelleher was called into action due to an injury absence to Liverpool’s usual No. 1, and he responded with a clean sheet — a performance that drew acclaim not only from fans but also from his teammate.
Jota acknowledged his teammate’s effort on Instagram, reacting with nothing but a simple “brick wall” emoji.
The derby win was a key moment in Liverpool’s push for the Premier League title, and contributions from players off the beaten path — like Kelleher — are proving vital as the season reaches its climax.
The solidarity shown by Jota on behalf of Kelleher underscores the unity at the club and sends a message of mutual respect among teammates.