The world of football is in mourning after the tragic death of Diogo Jota, attacking Liverpool and Portuguese international, and his brother André Silva, following a road accident in Spain. This news caused a wave of shock and sadness, particularly intense within the Paris Saint-Germain. Jota had recently married five days before the tragedy, making this loss all the more poignant. The information quickly spread, reaching the Parisian players during their preparation for the quarter-finals of the Club World Cup against Bayern Munich in Atlanta.

The emotion was palpable in the PSG, notably among the team’s four Portuguese players: Nuno Mendes, Vitinha, João Neves and Gonçalo Ramos. These players all had ties to Diogo Jota, whether in national selection or in their personal lives. The memories of their recent victory in the League of Nations against Spain have resurfaced, accentuating the feeling of loss. As a sign of respect, the PSG observed a minute of silence before Thursday’s training, a moment of recollection marked by silence and often lost eyes.

The pain is even greater for Vitinha, who had been trained at FC Porto with Diogo Jota and knew André Silva well. This personal connection transforms this tragedy into a test that goes beyond sport. As a crucial game against Bayern Munich approached, this emotional shock profoundly affected the Parisian team, highlighting the solidarity and humanity that bind players. The disappearance of a teammate is a poignant reminder that even in the world of football, human emotions take over.