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Why Portugal players are all wearing wristbands for World Cup clash against DR Congo

There is a heartwarming yet tragic reason behind the wearing of a special wristband by Portugal players at the World Cup

Why Portugal players are all wearing wristbands for World Cup clash against DR Congo
Source: Mirror Football

Jota tribute: The Portugal national team are wearing special wristbands for their World Cup opener against DR Congo as a deeply personal tribute to late team-mate, Diogo Jota. The former Liverpool star, who earned 49 caps and scored 14 goals for his country, tragically died alongside his brother Andre Silva in a car crash in northwestern Spain last year. PM's gesture: The green and red wristbands were a personal gift from Portuguese Prime Minister Luís Montenegro, who presented them to the team during a pre-tournament meeting.

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