“When you step onto the pitch, I know it won’t just be you on the pitch, but Diogo will be with you.” 🥺❤️
Diogo Jota’s wife, Rute Cardoso, has written a letter to Andy Robertson ahead of the World Cup. Absolutely beautiful.
📊Fewest times a defender has been dribbled past in a Premier League season since 2016/17:
◉ 0 - Virgil van Dijk in 2018/19 (38 games)
◉ 1 - Marc Guehi in 2021/22 (36 games)
◉ 2 - Virgil van Dijk in 2025/26 (38 games)
◉ 2 - Virgil van Dijk in 2023/24 (36 games)
(Min 30 games played)
I have retired from football. I have decided to travel the world to see if Ribena tastes the same everywhere. I asked Danny Welbeck if he wanted to retire and join me. He said No.
❤️🩹 Arne Slot’s open letter to Liverpool Echo touching also on Diogo Jota.
“That only weeks after celebrating together we would lose Diogo is indescribable. More than anything, I want to remember a team-mate, a friend and an incredible human being who touched the lives of thousands of you every time he wore this club’s famous crest.
"In one of the most difficult moments this club has faced, the love, compassion and support shown by the Liverpool family was extraordinary. As I leave this club, it would be remiss of me not to say that the way you honoured Diogo and stood together in his memory will stay with me forever...
"You made me feel welcome from the start and helped me on the path. That is something I cherish.
"Liverpool’s 20th league title belongs to all of us and it will remain an important chapter in its history. For that we should all be proud...
"This club will always judge itself by the biggest honours. That is how it should be. But I also leave knowing the club is exactly where it belongs: amongst Europe’s elite. Securing Champions League football was an important responsibility and one that ensures Liverpool can continue competing at the highest level next season and beyond.
"I leave with complete confidence in what lies ahead."
BREAKING:
Israel is dropping white phosphorus bombs on civilian areas in the village of Arnoun, Nabatieh, South Lebanon.
These are internationally banned munitions — and Israel is unleashing them against civilians.
James Milner has announced his retirement from professional football.
24 years, more appearances than anyone else in Premier League history, a Champions League and Premier League winner, and one of the most professional players you’ll ever see.
Thank you, Milly ❤️
Arne Slot, writing in today's ECHO: "I leave with complete confidence in what lies ahead. The players who have given so much to this club, who have upheld its values and helped create so many unforgettable moments, have built foundations that will endure." https://t.co/TOiTKKeIj3