EVERY Premier League team will be wearing black armbands in their opening match this weekend.
All the clubs have come together in support, and will pay their respects with a moment of silence before kick-off.
Why are all Premier League teams wearing black armbands?
Premier League teams across the country will be wearing black armbands on the opening weekend in tribute to Diogo Jota and his brother Andre, who passed away earlier this summer.
Jota’s death shocked the football world, with tributes pouring in throughout pre-season.
The Liverpool forward, who signed for the club from Wolves in 2020, died at the age of 28 in a car crash alongside his brother.
At last Sunday’s Community Shield, a heartfelt tribute was held in his memory.
Liverpool legend Ian Rush, FA chair Debbie Hewitt, and Crystal Palace chairman Steve Parish laid wreaths on the pitch in front of the Reds’ supporters.
As they did, fans joined together for an emotional rendition of “You’ll Never Walk Alone”.
A minute’s silence was also observed before kick-off to honour Jota and his brother.
Both Liverpool and Crystal Palace wore black armbands for the match in his memory – and they’ll do so again this weekend alongside all of the other teams.
What Premier League matches are on this weekend?
Friday, August 15
8pm: Liverpool vs Bournemouth
Saturday, August 16
12:30pm: Aston Villa vs Newcastle United
3pm: Brighton vs Fulham
3pm: Nottingham Forest vs Brentford
3pm: Sunderland vs West Ham United
3pm: Tottenham Hotspur vs Burnley
3pm: Wolves vs Manchester City
Sunday, August 17
2pm: Chelsea vs Crystal Palace
4.30pm: Manchester United vs Arsena
Monday, August 18
8pm: Leeds United vs Everton
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