Wolves induct Diogo Jota into club's Hall of Fame
What's the story
English Premier League club Wolverhampton Wanderers (Wolves) have inducted their former forward Diogo Jota into the club's Hall of Fame. The honor comes as a tribute to his exceptional contributions to the team and the profound effect his passing has had on the footballing community. Jota tragically died in a car accident on July 3, along with his brother Andre Silva, in Spain's Zamora province. Here's more.
Career highlights
Jota's journey with Wolves
Jota joined Wolves from Atletico Madrid in July 2017 on a season-long loan deal that was later made permanent. He scored 44 goals in 131 appearances for the club and played a key role in their Championship title win during the 2017-18 season, which saw them promoted to the Premier League. In his first top-flight season, he helped Wolves secure a Europa League spot with a seventh-place finish.
Words
'This is a moving gesture'
In the wake of their passing, Wolves players and coaching staff have paid tribute to Jota and Silva outside the Molineux stadium. Wolves director of football administration Matt Wild said: "This is a moving gesture and one the club fully supports. Diogo was not only a phenomenal footballer, but someone who carried himself with humility and kindness throughout his time at Wolves, and will be sorely missed by all of us." "His legacy here is etched into our history, and we are proud to see him recognised in this way. The response from supporters has been overwhelming, and this Hall of Fame honour feels very fitting."
Official remarks
Tribute to the brothers
John Richards, the chairman of Wolves Hall of Fame and club vice-president, said they wanted to pay this tribute as soon as possible. He recalled Jota's incredible performance for Wolves during their promotion season under manager Nuno Espirito Santo and in their early years back in the Premier League. Richards also acknowledged that fans across the world, especially in Portugal after Jota helped them win the Nations League this summer, are mourning his loss deeply.
Upcoming tributes
Club will honor Jota in upcoming matches
Wolves will also pay tribute to the brothers at their final pre-season friendly against Celta Vigo on August 9. The "main commemorations" are planned for the club's opening Premier League match of the season against Manchester City on August 16. These gestures show how much Jota meant to the club and its supporters, even after his untimely demise.
Liverpool
Liverpool honored Diogo Jota at Preston friendly
Liverpool FC recently paid tribute to Jota and his brother Silva during their friendly match against Preston North End. The game at Deepdale last Sunday was Liverpool's first since the tragic death of the brothers in a car accident in Spain. As per BBC, ahead of kick-off, there was a rendition of the club's anthem "You'll Never Walk Alone," with Preston captain Ben Whiteman laying a wreath for the away fans.
Twitter Post
Hall of Fame
Diogo Jota has been inducted into the Wolves Hall of Fame 💛
— Wolves (@Wolves) July 17, 2025
It's a tribute that honours both his remarkable achievements for the club and the deep impact his passing has had on the footballing world.