Following warm-ups, Preston North End captain Benjamin Whiteman crossed the pitch and laid a memorial wreath at the foot of the away end, which was covered with banners, signs, and scarves honoring Jota. Whiteman’s respects were received very well from the traveling Kop.

The Reds, their fans, and hosts Preston North End paid tribute to the Portuguese player, who died in a car accident with his brother on July 3 in Spain

Liverpool kicked off their pre-season friendlies with a 3-1 win at Preston North End on Sunday, 10 days after Jota and his brother Andre Silva died in a car crash in Spain on July 3.