Is Diogo Jota injured?

As Liverpool prepare to take on Chelsea in the Carabao Cup final on Sunday, a report has emerged providing a huge injury update on striker Diogo Jota. Both Jota and Roberto Firmino were injured during the 2-0 Champions League victory against Inter Milan in the San Siro.

Why is Roberto Firmino not playing?

The Brazilian missed Liverpool's 4-0 victory over Manchester United in midweek after picking up a foot injury at the end of the FA Cup semi-final win against Manchester City last weekend.

Is Firmino an injury?

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"Bobby [Firmino] is now running. He will travel with us but will not be in the squad yet.

Why does Jota have Diogo on his shirt?

Jota has used "Diogo J" on his shirt for most of his career, including now at Liverpool. "Jota" - which is actually just a nickname - originates from the Portuguese pronunciation of the letter "J". As such, "Diogo J" is pronounced "Diogo Jota" in Portuguese.

Will Jota play in the final?

Liverpool's Diogo Jota in race to be fit for Carabao Cup final against Chelsea. Liverpool will give Diogo Jota every opportunity to prove his fitness for Sunday's Carabao Cup final but are resigned to being without Roberto Firmino against Chelsea.

Why isn t Jota playing?

Diogo Jota has been ruled out of Liverpool's clash with Norwich due to an ankle ligament injury which "could go really quick or the other way around", according to Jurgen Klopp.

Will Jota play against Leeds?

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp confirmed on Tuesday the attacking duo have not yet returned to training after sustaining injuries. “No chance for either of them (to play against Leeds)”, Klopp confirmed.

Is Andre Silva a brother to Diogo Jota?

André Silva is the brother of Diogo Jota (Liverpool FC).

Is Roberto Firmino leaving Liverpool?

His current contract at Liverpool expires in June 2023 and therefore has just 18 months to run.

Where did Firmino go?

Liverpool. On 23 June 2015, while he was competing for Brazil at the Copa América, Hoffenheim and Firmino agreed terms for him to transfer to Premier League club Liverpool for up to £29 million on conclusion of the tournament, subject to a work permit.

Why is Diogo called Jota?

The name Jota is simply the Portuguese pronunciation of the letter J. The language uses a hard J, which is slightly different from Spanish dialects who would instead pronounce such a name 'Hota' – as was the case with former Aston Villa midfielder Jota!

Is chilwell injured?

Ben Chilwell is hoped to re-join Chelsea first-team training before the end of the season. The 25-year-old had knee surgery at the end of 2021 following an achilles injury picked up against Juventus last November in the Champions League.

Where will Jota play for Liverpool?

Diogo Jota provided further Premier League-proven quality in Jürgen Klopp's Liverpool squad after signing a long-term deal to join from Wolverhampton Wanderers in September 2020.

Will Jota play against Norwich?

Salah, Mane, Jota and now Diaz are ahead of the Brazilian. However, Diogo Jota suffered an ankle injury and will miss the Norwich game.

Why is Firmino called Bobby?

We've had a new manager, a change of number and, most importantly, a lovable nickname from the Kop. Speaking with the Liverpool website about being called Bobby, the 30-year-old said: 'Bobby! I was given this nickname here, it's very affectionate. I ended up embracing it as it's easy to say and it caught on here.