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Fulham have paid respects to Diogo Jota ahead of the league clash against Liverpool at Anfield.
It is a big evening at Anfield as Liverpool FC host Fulham FC in a crucial Premier League fixture.
Liverpool come into this game sitting fifth on 49 points, still fighting for a top-five finish while balancing Champions League demands.
Their form has been mixed, especially after a midweek setback against Paris Saint-Germain.
There have been positives.
Hugo Ekitike has stepped up as the main goal threat with 11 league goals, while Mohamed Salah continues to contribute creatively.
However, defensive issues remain, with 42 goals conceded in the league.
Fulham arrive in better rhythm as they sit ninth with 44 points and recently secured a strong 3–1 win over Burnley.
Marco Silva’s side has built a reputation this season as a disciplined and dangerous opponent.
But beyond the football, the mood around this fixture remains shaped by tragedy.
The passing of Diogo Jota and his brother André Silva continues to weigh heavily on the club and its supporters.
The fatal accident in Spain last July changed the atmosphere at Anfield for the entire season.
The No. 20 shirt has since been retired, and every home game carries a moment of remembrance.
Ahead of their clash with The Reds, Fulham payed their respects to Diogo Jota and the victims of the Hillsborough incident ahead of kick-off in a gesture that reflects the wider football community’s support for Liverpool.
It will be a moment that goes beyond rivalry, as both teams acknowledge a loss that still feels close.
Supporters inside Anfield will once again lead the tribute in the 20th minute.
It has become a powerful tradition this season. The applause is not just symbolic.
It has often lifted the players during difficult moments in matches.
Liverpool enter this game with pressure on multiple fronts.
Injuries have stretched the squad, and fatigue is a real concern.
Fulham will look to take advantage of that, especially with their recent form.
Yet, this fixture is not only about points. It is about respect, memory, and the shared understanding of what the club has endured.
For one moment, the result will not matter.
Then the game will resume, and Liverpool will have to respond.
Paying our respects at Anfield this evening. 🤍
We will always remember the 97 and will never forget Diogo and André. pic.twitter.com/fsiTnkYue9
— Fulham Football Club (@FulhamFC) April 10, 2026
