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Why Ronaldo didn't attend Jota's funeral

Cristiano Ronaldo opted not to attend the funeral of fellow national team player Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva. His absence sparked headlines and speculation, and it has been reported that the Al-Nassr forward chose to grieve in private, reaching out personally to the bereaved family.

Public Memorial Held For Diogo Jota And Andre Silva In Their Hometown Of Gondomar

Jota's wake takes place in Portugal as former colleagues pay respects

The town of Gondomar, nestled in northern Portugal, became the emotional centre of the footballing world on Friday as hundreds of mourners gathered to honour the lives of Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva. Grieving fans along with stars like Ricardo Horta and Joao Moutinho lined up, many holding Portugal flags, floral bouquets and personal tokens, silently forming long queues outside the Chapel of the Resurrection.

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'Always part of the Anfield family' - Mourinho pays tribute to Jota

Jose Mourinho paid a heartfelt tribute to Liverpool star Diogo Jota on the sidelines of the British Grand Prix. The football world has been left devastated by the tragic death of the Portugal international, who passed away in a fatal car crash in northern Spain on Thursday. The 28-year-old forward was travelling with his brother when their Lamborghini suffered a tyre failure, veered off the road and burst into flames.

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Liverpool postpone pre-season training following Jota's death

Liverpool have postponed the return of players for pre-season training following the tragic death of Diogo Jota in a car crash. The 28-year-old forward, along with his brother Andre Silva, died in Spain early on Thursday morning after a burst tyre caused their vehicle to veer off the highway. The Premier League champions continue to mourn the loss of a cherished team-mate and beloved figure.

Frequently asked questions

Phil Foden usually plays as a right winger for Manchester City, using his stronger left foot to cut in and create scoring opportunities. Thanks to his versatility, he has also been deployed on the left of a front three, or in a more centrally influential role as the #10.

Phil Foden was born in Stockport in Greater Manchester region, England.

Ever since making his debut for Man City, Phil Foden has sported the No. 47 jersey, which he wears in honour of his late grandfather, Ronnie, who died at the age of 47.

Phil Foden stands at 1.71m (5ft 7in), making him one of the shortest players in the Man City setup. Although he doesn't possess the extra strength, he is blessed with nimble footwork, with his low centre of gravity aiding him in drifting past opponents with ease.

Phil Foden weighs 70kg (154 lbs), with his low weight and diminuitive physique allowing him to skilfully dribble past players and function in half spaces.

Phil Foden joined the Manchester City academy in 2009 and broke into the first team in the 2017-18 season.

Phil Foden has three children with long-term partner Rebecca Cooke - two sons and a daughter.

While Phil Foden isn't married yet, he has been in a long-term relationship with girlfriend Rebecca Cooke, with the couple welcoming their third child during Euro 2024.