Birmingham Legion 1:2 Detroit City 
Fortaleza EC 2:0 Ponte Preta 
Flatirons Rush 0:3 Colorado Storm 
Red River 1:2 Little Rock Rangers 
Lonestar 1:4 Laredo Heat 
FC Motown II 8:0 Morris Elite 
Santo Domingo 1:0 Ind. Juniors 
Peoria 1:4 St. Louis Ambush 
O'Higgins 4:1 Colo Colo 
Boise 1:2 One Knoxville 
Switzerland 1:0 Algeria 
It has been one year since the tragic death of Diogo Jota, and the Portuguese national team is still feeling the loss. Now, the players are channeling their grief into a powerful goal: winning the 2026 World Cup. They want to honor their teammate by bringing home the trophy.
How Jota’s Spirit Drives the Team
The squad has made it clear that Jota’s memory is a constant presence in their training and matches. They talk about him often and use his fighting spirit as motivation.
- Players wear shirts with his name during warm-ups.
- Team meetings include moments of silence and reflection.
- Coaches remind the squad of Jota’s never-give-up attitude.
Building a Winning Mindset
Portugal’s coaching staff believes that honoring Jota means playing with the same passion he showed on the field. They are focusing on teamwork and resilience to build a strong tournament run.
The team has also set up a small memorial in their training camp. It includes photos and messages from fans, which players say gives them extra motivation before big games.
Carrying His Legacy Forward
For Portugal, winning the 2026 World Cup would be the ultimate tribute to Diogo Jota. The players are determined to turn their sadness into strength and make his memory a part of their championship journey.