Oasis make moving tribute to Diogo Jota that left fans 'sobbing' at reunion show
Jota, 28, and his brother Andre, 26, were killed in the early hours of Thursday morning when their Lamborghini crashed in northwestern Spain.
The devastating news came 11 days after Jota married his partner Rute Cardoso, the mother to his three small children.
Liam and Noel Gallagher kicked off their first tour in 16 years at Cardiff's Principality Stadium on Friday night.
During the show, the brothers played their iconic hit Live Forever in honour of the Portugal international.
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As the outro kicked in, an image of Jota wearing his no20 Liverpool shirt was emblazoned on the big screens at the stadium, drawing a huge roar and round of applause from the 75,000 fans in attendance.
Red flares were also spotted going off during the show with a Portugal flag also held aloft.
'The emotion in the place was absolutely incredible, never seen so many middle aged men sobbing,' one fan in attendance wrote.
'Oasis just dedicated 'Live Forever' performance to Diogo Jota tonight. Literally brought a tear to my eye,' another added.
'Seeing that Jota tribute at Oasis has set me off again. Beautiful. How are we never gonna see him again.'
Oasis have another huge show in the Welsh capital tonight before kicking off a run of shows at Heaton Park in Manchester on 11 July.
A funeral for Jota and his brother Andre will take place in their hometown of Gondomar this morning with his Liverpool teammates expected to be present.
Huge tributes have taken place back in Anfield with Jordan Henderson among the thousands paying their respects and laying flowers at a vigil on Friday.
Games across the world have been marked by a moment of silence ahead of kick-off. More Trending Oasis set list 'revealed' as band shares first look at reunion tour stage
The Portugal squad locked arms to remember their compatriot in their opening match of the Women's European Championship on Thursday.
Chelsea winger Pedro Neto, a friend and former teammate of Jota's at Wolves, fought back tears as he made his own tribute ahead of the Club World Cup game in the early hours of Saturday morning.
Joao Cancelo and Ruben Neves, Jota's Portugal teammates, also broke down in tears ahead of Al-Hilal's match with Fluminense.
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- The Guardian
Chelsea are favourites for final but they face a familiar foe in Thiago Silva
And then there was one. Nobody expected a Brazilian club to reach the Club World Cup semi-finals, and if any team was going to make a deep run in the tournament, it was not Fluminense. After winning the Copa Libertadores in 2023, they narrowly avoided relegation last year and have gone through four managers in less than two years. Thankfully for them, they are now coached by the charismatic Renato Gaúcho, who told us earlier in the tournament: 'It's no use having a team of 500 million reais, because football is decided on the field.' Throughout the tournament he has encouraged Brazilians to take pride in what their teams have achieved, despite being written off due to the wealth of the European sides. He has also told Fluminense fans to be loud and proud as they celebrate going further in the tournament than their Rio rivals Flamengo and Botafogo, and São Paulo giants Palmeiras. 'I ask the fans to wear the Fluminense shirt all over Brazil. Going to the beach, walking the dog, heading to the mall. Wherever you go, I ask Fluminense fans to wear the club's shirt. Everyone should be very proud of what this group is doing here,' he said after their 2-1 win against Al-Hilal in the quarter-finals. Renato, a Brazilian football legend who enjoyed something akin to rockstar celebrity status in the 1980s and 1990s, has not always been respected as a manager given his notorious love of the night. Globoesporte journalist Carlos Eduardo Mansur explains that his reputation during his playing days left many people 'doubting if he could be a manager with authority because he had fame as someone who liked the good life'. Despite tasting some success by taking Fluminense to the Copa Libertadores final in 2008, he looked as though he might end up being what is known in Brazil as a 'manager of the market' – one who continually changes clubs and rides the country's never-ending managerial merry-go-round 'because no one thought he actually took his profession seriously and would study football'. When Brazil were dismantled 7-1 by Germany at the World Cup in 2014, the Brazilian football association set up courses for its coaches. Renato mocked the idea of studying, preferring to play foot-volley and indulging in his love of hot sand and cold beer on the beach. 'Those who need to learn have to study; those who don't can take a holiday on the beach no problem,' he quipped. His nonchalance did not do much for his reputation. 'There was a desire in Brazil for better training for coaches, especially in the crisis that arose after the World Cup,' says Mansur. Though Renato won the Copa Libertadores with Grêmio in 2017, he bounced from one job to the next without winning many trophies. Somewhere along the line, though, he seems to have changed. 'Those who live alongside Renato today say he watches football compulsively, very dedicatedly – that he is super interested,' says Mansur. His dedication has even annoyed his family. He's said to have angered his daughter by turning down a dinner invitation in Miami after Fluminense drew with Mamelodi Sundowns and booked their place in the knockout stages. Renato gave his players free time to spend with their families, but he opted to stay in and analyse possible last-16 opponents instead. 'They think I don't study, but what I understand most is tactics,' he said after his team's landmark win against Inter in the last 16. Renato's teams have always enjoyed the attacking side of the game but the surprise at this tournament is just how well they have coped defensively. 'He was never one to lock many players into a system,' says Mansur. 'He gave a lot of freedom to the forwards, to the most technical and skilful players. The Grêmio team that won the Libertadores had a lot in this aspect, but defensively it lacked a bit of structure. In this tournament, though, Fluminense are adapting against strong opponents and have been defensively very solid. From a tactical point of view, this is the most surprising aspect of the campaign.' Two players are key to this improvement: their 44-year-old goalkeeper Fabio and 40-year-old defender Thiago Silva, who have limited their opponents to just four goals in five games at the tournament. Silva has shown his leadership abilities throughout. The centre-back took charge during a cooling break against Inter, giving tactical instructions and adapting the team's formation, helping them to win the game 2-0. Renato's critics say he showed a lack of authority and ideas by allowing a player to take over, but others have praised him for demonstrating his man-management skills – as a former player himself, he understands when to let his leaders talk. Renato can be compared to Brazil boss Carlo Ancelotti for this approach. 'He has a reputation of being a great locker-room leader, a players' manager,' says Mansur. 'He will go to a press conference and criticise his players, saying they lacked attention and commitment, yet there has never been any news of him losing control of the locker room. This is a very interesting trait of his career; he has a lot of leadership.' Letting Silva talk was definitely the smart move. The defender displayed impressive, seasoned knowledge of the game, which led to Fluminense's second goal. Silva has also gone viral for an emotional, rousing team talk he delivered before the game against Inter. He tells the story of his stepfather dying while he was in France playing for PSG. He now has to live with the regret of not visiting him in hospital – and he does not want his teammates to look back at their opportunity in front of them with regrets of their own. 'I didn't go to see him in hospital because I thought he was going to come out,' Thiago tells his teammates almost in tears. 'Don't hold back out there. Do it now. Do what we can do, right now. Don't put it off, because there's no time. Enjoy the moment. Joyfully but responsibly.' Having won trophies in Italy, France and England, Silva is among the best centre-backs of his generation. He will be 41 in September but Brazilians are coming around to the idea that he could be at heart of their defence under Ancelotti. 'He's been a huge leader for Fluminense. Ignácio and Freytes, who play alongside him in a back three, have improved their performances tremendously. Fluminense had much better defensive numbers in the Brazilian league after he returned to Brazil. 'He has shown a lot of leadership, but there have been some physical issues and injuries and that would be a concern in a tournament as demanding as the World Cup, with possibly seven games in a month if the team goes all the way. But the debate is back on in Brazil. He is performing at a very high level; he is a great leader; he is technically very good; and he imposes himself in duels against high-level attackers who are much younger than him. Renato is leading the campaign for Silva's return to the national team. 'I never tire of seeing Thiago Silva play,' says his manager. 'He is a leader and coach on the field. It is beautiful to see him play, to see him lead the team inside the four lines. It's a pleasure to work with him. He's helped us a lot because of his leadership and, in my humble opinion, he's still a Brazilian national team player.' The semi-final against Chelsea will be special for Silva. He enjoyed four successful seasons at Stamford Bridge, especially considering his advanced years in such a demanding league, and he won the Champions League – a trophy that had eluded him many times at PSG. He also won the Club World Cup, beating Palmeiras in the final in 2021, although winning the expanded tournament with Fluminense – the club where he started his youth career at the age of 14 – would be an achievement on a different level. 'One more! There are two left. It's not over,' he told Renato as they hugged on the pitch after seeing off Al-Hilal. Once more – as was the case against Dortmund, Inter and perhaps even Al-Hilal, Manchester City's conquerors – Fluminense go into their next game as underdogs. 'If you look at it on paper, Chelsea have invested more money and have more individual stars. But Fluminense have things that can take them through,' says Mansur. 'They have a great goalkeeper in great form; they've found a way to defend and make the team solid when under pressure; and they have Jhon Arias up front who is one of the candidates for best player of the tournament. Sometimes, in knockout tournaments, that's enough, so there's no doubt that Fluminense can continue, but I don't think they're the favourites.' This is an article by Tom Sanderson
Wales Online
an hour ago
- Wales Online
Forget Hollywood this cinematic location has quietly become a film and TV filming favourite
Forget Hollywood this cinematic location has quietly become a film and TV filming favourite While we're used to seeing iconic cities like Paris, New York and LA on the big screen, one dreamy destination has started to steal the spotlight, and it's not where you think.... With its craggy coastlines, soaring mountains and ancient castles, Wales is the perfect backdrop for numerous stories, and it's caught the attention of streaming giants. (Image: Paula Hanks-Jones ) While we're used to seeing iconic cities like Paris, New York and LA on the big screen, one dreamy destination has started to steal the spotlight, and it's not where you think. With its craggy coastlines, soaring mountains and ancient castles, Wales is the perfect backdrop for numerous stories, and it's caught the attention of streaming giants. A new report reveals that Netflix has generated over £200 million in revenue for the UK economy since 2020 through its investment in Welsh film and TV production. By producing iconic shows such as Sex Education, The Crown, and The Witcher in Wales, the streaming platform has turned the country into a major production hub. Anna Mallet, Vice President of Production, UK, Netflix, said: "Blessed with incredible creative talent and beautiful natural landscapes, Wales is an amazing place to make entertainment, so Netflix is delighted that our Welsh productions can continue to create such enduring cultural and economic opportunities.' Netflix's influence is expected to grow even further with the recent release of the biggest feature film ever shot entirely in Wales. Starring Tom Hardy, Havoc follows a deal gone wrong and the rescue of a politician's estranged son from the criminal underworld. Critics describe the film as 'insanely violent' and 'relentlessly brutal,' but they have lavished praise on its action sequences, shot in locations across Wales. In recent years, screen tourism, or set-jetting, has emerged as one of the fastest-growing trends in the travel industry, and Wales is in a prime position to capitalise on the growing demand. Article continues below Seren Welch, a Screen Tourism Specialist, explains its significance: 'This is an area of tourism that's seen exponential growth in the last ten years." The data supports this as Expedia's trends research in 2023 showed that 40% of trips booked on their platform were influenced by Film or TV content. Streaming platform giants like Netflix have further accelerated this trend. Their global reach has introduced viewers to epic landscapes and historic locations, sparking curiosity and inspiring travel to film locations. Welch highlights Netflix's 2022 findings: 'Their subscribers were 2.4 times more likely to put a destination at the top of their travel list after seeing it in a show… something a tourist board can only dream of." She elaborates, "Platforms can even track destination search spikes exactly when a new show seen with Emily in Paris and Bridgerton." This connection between storytelling and real-world exploration demonstrates the emotional pull of dreamy filming locations, and we've got them in spades here in Wales. Here's a roundup of some of the TV shows and Films shot in Wales, where you can follow in the footsteps of your favourite characters. Gavin and Stacey The cultural impact of BBC's beloved series, Gavin and Stacey, cannot be understated (Image: (Image: PA) ) The cultural impact of BBC's beloved series, Gavin and Stacey, cannot be understated. The tear-jerking Christmas Day finale has become one of the most-watched scripted TV shows of the century, viewed by over 19 million people. Fans will surely know that the seaside town of Barry has become a pilgrimage site for fans since it first hit our screens in 2007. The show's popularity has spurred countless visitors (from Wales and beyond) to follow in their footsteps, exploring the spots immortalised on screen. Many of the most memorable scenes were shot in the South Wales town, like those classic moments outside Stacey's house or the retro amusement park where the characters bonded over chips and banter. Barry Island was one of the main locations, and it's hard to find a scene without it! Stacey works at Marco's cafe, a real establishment on the seafront; Nessa works at the local arcades. The gang often hangs out on the beach near the Western Shelter by Boofy's and O'Shea's chip shops (delicious), and it's where Gav first meets Stacey off the bus after their initial meeting in London. From superstar gigs to cosy pubs, find out What's On in Wales by signing up to our newsletter here Doctor Who Since 2004, the producers of the popular science-fiction drama Doctor Who have made Wales the show's home (Image: PA ) Since 2004, the producers of the popular science-fiction drama Doctor Who have made Wales the show's home. The country has hosted multiple Time Lords, Daleks, and countless other monsters. Doctor Who has filmed so extensively in Wales that the country has become synonymous with the beloved show. Many scenes were shot in and around Cardiff, Newport, and other locations. Bad Wolf Studios in Cardiff serves as the show's primary studio base. The production team has repeatedly used many Welsh locations, making them easily recognisable to fans. The National Museum of Wales, located in central Cardiff, has appeared in eleven episodes, often serving as a museum setting. They've also filmed at Tredegar House for twelve different episodes, making it the most frequently used Doctor Who filming location in the UK. Notable appearances include Series 3, Episode 8, "Human Nature," and Episode 9, "The Family of Blood," where the house stood in as the Farringham School for Boys. Now that Russell T Davies has returned as showrunner, the TARDIS shows no signs of leaving anytime soon. In 2024, the crew filmed scenes in Penarth and Cardiff city centre, where fans spotted the action unfolding. House of the Dragon Battle camp outside the walls of Harrenhal Castle (Image: HBO ) HBO decided to move away from Northern Ireland for the House of the Dragon series. The Warner Bros Leavesden Studios in England is now their new home base for production, with several exterior scenes being shot in Wales, Cornwall, Devon, and some European destinations, including Spain and Portugal. The 10-part HBO series follows House Targaryen as they battle for the coveted Iron Throne 200 years before the events of the Game of Thrones series, which concluded in 2019. Game of Thrones has long been a huge driver of screen tourism, and Visit Wales is no doubt hoping the next season will continue to draw fans to the dreamy film locations. Northwest Wales was one of the main stars of season two, when eight locations were used. Half of these were on Anglesey, including Beaumaris and Porth-y-Cŵch. Llanddwyn Beach, near Newborough village, saw a good deal of filming and is said to have provided the backdrop for parts of Dragonstone. Excitingly for fans in Wales, the stunning landscapes of North Wales are set to play a major role in Season 3. The region's rugged mountains, dramatic coastline, and historic castles provide the perfect dramatic scenery for the fantasy series. Havoc Tom Hardy in Havoc (Image: Netflix ) Havoc is the latest in a long line of major TV and film productions filmed in Wales, thanks to Welsh Government backing through Creative Wales: from HBO's House of the Dragon to Amazon's recently announced Young Sherlock and the much-acclaimed recent cinematic release Mr Burton. In this Netflix thriller, Welsh director Gareth Evans delivers blood-soaked action scenes with hyperfast editing and incredible choreography, and it was all filmed right here. While Havoc might look like a gritty slice of American carnage, it was filmed across some of Wales' most recognisable (and brilliantly disguised) locations. Cardiff's Seren Stiwdios served as the heart of the production, but the relentless action soon spilt out into the streets, quite literally. In September 2021, WalesOnline reported on how Havoc transformed Cardiff Street into a snowy American city scene while shooting for the film. Bute Street in Cardiff saw its ground covered with fake snow and hosted American cars, police cars and a fire engine parked along the road. Scenes were also shot at the historic Pierhead Building and AB Ports, where all sorts of shady dealings and shadowy meetings occur under darkness. To the west, Forest Whitaker's character gets ambushed while parked at Swansea University's Bay campus in a chill setting that turns explosive in seconds. Harry Potter Fans will know that the brave house elf Dobby was buried on this beach (Image: Wales Online ) The original Harry Potter film series was filmed in Leavesden Studios, England, and in locations across the UK, including Wales. Freshwater West Beach in Pembrokeshire, Wales, was a filming location for the "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" movies, specifically for the Shell Cottage scenes. This gorgeous beach, known for its dramatic dunes and waves, was the backdrop for the heartbreaking scenes where Dobby, the house-elf, is buried. Fans will know that the brave house elf Dobby was buried on this beach, and people flock to the National Trust beach year after year to visit the fictional elf's resting place. Dobby was a key character in the Harry Potter films in the struggle against he-who-must-not-be-named and died at the hands of Bellatrix Lestrange after rescuing Harry and pals from Malfoy Manor in the Deathly Hallows film. In the decade since the film was released, the site of Dobby's resting place has become adorned with colourfully painted stones, hundreds of socks and even flowers. The Dark Knight Rises Fans of Batman - some in fancy dress - have been making a pilgrimage to the falls to visit the location used in the Batman film (Image: © WALES NEWS SERVICE ) Batman fans likely know that the filmmakers shot scenes for the 2012 blockbuster The Dark Knight Rises at a spectacular waterfall in the Brecon Beacons. For the exterior shots of Batman's secret hideout, director Christopher Nolan chose Henrhyd Falls to represent the infamous Batcave. The final film in the trilogy features the 90-foot waterfall as the spot where Robin discovers the Batcave after Batman's apparent death and rappels right through a curtain of cascading water. Standing at 27 meters, Henrhyd Falls is the highest waterfall in South Wales. Visitors can even step behind its cascading white curtain, vanishing just like Gotham's mysterious hero. Local authorities improved access several years ago as the site drew growing numbers of film fans and tourists. Previously, fans had to scramble up a steep, tree-lined hill and wade across a river to reach the falls. Today, a short woodland trail and a footbridge guide visitors directly to the base of the waterfall—where they can step behind the water and into the Batcave's cinematic entrance. Death Valley Death Valley is set in Wales, and was filmed in locations varying from Cardiff to the Brecon Beacons (Image: BBC/BBC Studios/Simon Ridgway ) At a BAFTA Cymru event ahead of the series debut on May 25, BBC Wales director Rhuanedd Richards said she was delighted that Death Valley was set in her hometown of Mountain Ash. However, despite being set in the Cynon Valley, most of the series was filmed elsewhere across South Wales. The series repeatedly features a few key locations, including the charming cottage of John Chapel (played by Timothy Spall). This picturesque home, with its beautiful stonework and blooming flowers, sits in St Hilary in the Vale of Glamorgan. Filmmakers also shot scenes at the cafe where Timothy Spall enjoys a macchiato. They used Brød Bakery, a Danish bakery chain with shops across Cardiff, located in Penarth. The new BBC One drama Dope Girls was filmed across Wales, including Swansea Guildhall, Newport Civic Centre, and St Fagans National Museum of History. You can read more about the filming locations here. Produced by Cardiff-based Bad Wolf, which created popular shows including Doctor Who and His Dark Materials, Dope Girls has been described by some as a "spiritual successor" to Peaky Blinders. One key location used was an award-winning Welsh castle and park. Lovely Margam Park in Port Talbot is home to the reputedly haunted Margam Castle, which was used for outside and inside shots in the drama, including Dalton's nightclub and courtyard. The Witcher The Witcher, starring Henry Cavill is another one of the big series shot in Wales (Image: Netflix ) The popular Witcher series has been filmed at several locations in Wales, primarily in Eryri National Park and along the Gower Peninsula in South Wales. Specific locations include Llyn Padarn, Zip World, Dolbadarn Castle, and the National Slate Museum in Snowdonia, and Nash Point and Three Cliffs Bay on the Gower Peninsula. Film crews also descended upon the village of Llanberis at the foot of Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) in September 2024 for the third series of The Witcher. The village was transformed, with fake boulders and a "fake" forest assembled in the Gwynedd village and black screens erected at Y Glyn, a popular beauty spot more commonly known as The Lagoons. You can read more here. Casualty The Casualty production team has used Cardiff as the backdrop for countless dramatic and heart-wrenching storylines (Image: BBC ) The Casualty production team has used Cardiff as the backdrop for countless dramatic and heart-wrenching storylines on the BBC's long-running medical drama for over a decade. They primarily film the show at BBC Roath Lock Studios in Cardiff Bay, which also houses the Welsh-language soap opera Pobl y Cwm set. Although Casualty is set in the fictional Holby City Hospital, the writers and producers often weave Welsh culture and identity elements into the narrative. The show has successfully brought the diversity of Wales to a national audience. Young Sherlock Young Sherlock filming in Monmouth (Image: Wales Online ) The Young Sherlock production team filmed scenes at several locations in Monmouth, telling the origin story of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's iconic detective. They transformed the town centre with extras in Victorian costumes and temporarily replaced shopfronts to create an authentic period setting, stacking pallets of fruit and veg outside a greengrocer's façade. Article continues below The crew used buildings such as Shire Hall, the Punch House pub, and the Oxford Coffee Shop. A Punch House employee said extras got into costume and had their make-up done inside the pub. The team also brought in a horse-drawn carriage near the Punch House and filmed a scene in the Beaufort Arms Court courtyard. You can read more here.
Leader Live
2 hours ago
- Leader Live
Florent Malouda praises Wrexham's superb success story
That is the view of Chelsea and France legend Florent Malouda who is enjoying watching the story unfolding at The Racecourse where Hollywood stars Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney are co-owners. Phil Parkinson's side finished runners-up in League One last season, securing an historic third successive promotion. It promises to be much tougher in the second tier next term - Wrexham last played at that level 43 years ago - but Malouda says the north Wales club can take heart from how Brentford managed to reach the top-flight where they have spent the last four campaigns and finished 10th in 2024-25. Speaking on behalf of bet365 and their launch of the free-to-play Club World Championship Tournament Predictor game, Malouda said: "It's a wonderful success story, especially when you consider people coming from Hollywood, getting involved in football, and being so successful so quickly. There is something happening there. "I hope the story continues and that they get promoted to the Premier League. MORE WREXHAM AFC NEWS Wrexham's Championship rivals Birmingham City complete sixth new signing Ben Foster and Ben Tozer set to appear at Soccer Camps on Wrexham Down Under Tour "Of course, it's more challenging now to step up from Championship to Premier League, but it has been done in the past. "Look at teams like Brentford, they got promoted and have managed to stay in the Premier League. "I hope that happens for Wrexham, they have a glamourised story around the club and I hope they make a movie one day. They'll shoot a movie based on the true story of Wrexham."
