Paris Saint-Germain progressed to the Club World Cup semi-finals with a 2–0 victory over Bayern Munich at Mercedes‑Benz Stadium, but the emotional highlight came from Ousmane Dembele’s heartfelt tribute to the late Diogo Jota.
With PSG down to nine men after two late red cards, the match looked tense. But Dembele, who came off the bench, broke Bayern’s resolve in added time with a clinical finish set up by Achraf Hakimi, sealing PSG’s win.
Following the goal, Dembele paused in the corner and sat cross-legged, recreating Jota’s signature FIFA video game celebration, a glowing homage to the Portuguese star. The gesture resonated deeply in light of Jota’s tragic passing in a car accident earlier that week.
Dembele’s unexpected act of solidarity has since gone viral, drawing admiration from fans and the football community for blending competitive passion with a touching personal tribute.
Wimbledon Bends 148-Year-Old Dress Code Rule To Honour Diogo Jota After Tragic Death
Wimbledon, known for its strict white clothing rule, has made a rare exception to allow players to wear black armbands. This special decision was made to honour footballer Diogo Jota, who sadly passed away in a car accident along with his younger brother, Andre Silva, on July 3, 2025.
Jota was a star forward for Liverpool and a key player for Portugal’s national team. He had recently helped Portugal win the UEFA Nations League and had just gotten married to his longtime partner, Rute Cardoso. He leaves behind three young children.
As a sign of respect, Wimbledon is letting players to wear black armbands during their matches. This is a big change, as Wimbledon has followed a strict dress code since 1877.
Many famous athletes, including Cristiano Ronaldo and Rafael Nadal, paid tribute to Jota. Even Real Madrid held a moment of silence for him. This kind gesture by Wimbledon shows that, even in the world of sport, humanity and compassion matter most.
