British rock band Oasis paid tribute to Liverpool and Portugal footballer Diogo Jota during the opening night of their reunion tour on July 4, 2025, in Cardiff. The Gallagher brothers, reuniting after 16 years, dedicated their iconic song "Live Forever" to Jota, who tragically died at the age of 28 in a car accident on July 3, 2025. During the performance at the Principality Stadium, the band projected images of Jota on the stage screens, creating an emotional moment for the audience of approximately 75,000 people. The tribute was widely covered internationally, highlighting the connection between the band and the footballer, and marking Oasis's return to the stage after a long hiatus.
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