At the memorial ceremony, Portuguese President De Sousa posthumously awarded Jorge Costa and Diogo Jota the "Grand Necklace of Sports Merits and Honors" (the honor is the highest level in the field of sports in Portugal), and the government also awarded them the title of "Meritorious Athlete".
Portuguese President De Sousa said: "Today's ceremony carries two completely different memories, but it is also full of love for life, joy for life, persistence and struggle for dreams. They will always live in the hearts of the world, and these medals are a testimony to their eternal significance."
Portuguese Football Association President Pronza said that this is to demonstrate the achievements of those who make Portuguese football shine: "We pay tribute to Jota, Andre Silva and Jorge Costa, and they will never be forgotten."
Portuguese international Ruben Neves read a affectionate eulogy on the spot, dedicated to his close friend Diogo Jota. In addition to all the active internationals recruited by Portuguese coach Martinez, there were also many retired Portuguese internationals, Minister of Culture, Youth and Sports Lopez, State Secretary of Sports Dias, Portuguese Super League Chairman Teixeira, and representatives from various clubs.
