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Vítor Pereira Honours Diogo Jota's Legacy at Wolves
Vítor Pereira, the current manager of Wolverhampton Wanderers, paid a heartfelt tribute to the late Diogo Jota following his passing. The emotional ceremony took place at Molineux, with Pereira leading the players and coaching staff in a solemn tribute to honour Jota's significant contribution to the club from 2017 to 2020.
During his time at Wolves, Jota scored 44 goals in 131 appearances and played a crucial role in helping the club gain promotion to the Premier League and establish themselves in the top tier of English football. While Pereira did not offer specific comments on Jota's general impact on the game, his visible emotion and leadership during the tribute reflected a high regard for Jota both as a player and person.
The tribute under Pereira's guidance was a quiet and symbolic affair, with the squad and staff paying their respects without many words. This suggested that Pereira viewed Jota as a player who brought qualities such as quality, humility, and commitment, which are highly valued in football.
Pereira's management and actions at Wolves have demonstrated a respect for player development and building a strong team identity. However, his time at FC Porto, where he enjoyed less recognition compared to his current standing, remains a significant part of his career.
Despite his success at Wolves, Pereira sees himself as a football professional, not the coach of any specific club. He has expressed that he is open to taking on a national team role but remains focused on his daily work.
Interestingly, Wolverhampton has a culture of going to good pubs to watch football games, and Pereira has been known to join in the celebrations after games. This camaraderie with the fans has endeared him to the Wolverhampton supporters, who idolise him, especially in nighttime gatherings after games.
Since leaving FC Porto, Pereira has found a new level of recognition everywhere he goes, a stark contrast to his time at the Portuguese club. Despite this, he remains grounded and focused on his work, always striving to improve and lead his team to success.
[1] Wolverhampton Wanderers pay tribute to Diogo Jota
[2] Vitor Pereira leads tribute to Diogo Jota at Molineux
[1] "Vitor Pereira, alongside the Wolverhampton Wanderers squad and coaching staff, paid a heartfelt tribute to Diogo Jota, recognizing his crucial contribution to their victories and his significant role in helping the club establish themselves in European leagues like the Premier League."
[2] "At the emotional ceremony held at Molineux, Vitor Pereira led the tribute to Diogo Jota, a testament to the footballer's dedication to the team, sportsmanship, and commitment to the game, as evidenced by his 44 goals scored in 131 appearances from 2017 to 2020."
