Roberto Martinez reacts to Cristiano Ronaldo marking in the 21st minute as a sign of homage to the late Diogo Jota in Win Portugal compared to Armenia of Portugal against Armenia

The manager of Portugal, Roberto Martinez, thinks that Cristiano Ronaldo marking the goal in the 21st minute was a sign of tribute to Diogo Jota. The Liverpool star wore jersey number 21 when he was called in the national side, but died tragically in July following a car accident.

Ronaldo and Joao Felix marked a splint while Portugal beat Armenia 5-0 during the qualification of the FIFA World Cup on Saturday, September 6. The Al-Nassr superstar and Joao Anulo paid tribute to Diogo Jota during their celebrations after marking in the match.

Martinez spoke to the media after the match when asked if Ronaldo Score in the 21st minute was written in the stars. He admitted that it was a sign and said (via ojogo):

“Diogo Jota is with us. It was special and a sign to continue the walk.”

Joao Neves also talked about Ronaldo’s goal in the 21st minute and said:

“I don’t think it’s easy. We knew that we were going to catch it here a very good team, fierce in counterattacks and duels. We have assimilated this part to determination and collective mutual aid. For me, our team is an above level in technical quality. [of Cristiano Ronaldo] And Cancelo also dedicated the goal to him, were very beautiful moments. “”

Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal then face Hungary during the FIFA World Cup qualifiers on Tuesday at Puskás Arena.

The comments of the Cristiano Ronaldo Portugal teammate on the celebration of Diogo Jota

Cristiano Ronaldo’s teammate of Portugal Ronaldo, Joao Cancelo, also devoted his goal to Diogo Jota during their victory over Armenia during the FIFA World Cup qualifications. The former defender of Barcelona and Manchester City scored the third goal of the match and made the celebration of the players, who was played for the first time by Jota in Liverpool.

Cancelo spoke of emotions after the match and the way he learned the tragic accident and said:

“I cannot explain it. I had the news in America, I crossed it myself and Ruben Neves. I gave him the goal because Diogo is part of our team and we were all in shock. Now, we have to value the present. I leave a few words to his parents, his wife and children. Our main objective is qualification. He will always be with us.”

Cancelo was at the FIFA World Cup with Al-Hilal when Diogo Jota died. The defender and Ruben Never, who was also close to the Liverpool star, was turned upside down during the silence of the minutes before their match against Fluminense, one day after the accident.