Liverpool is brace for a huge emotional afternoon while playing the first game since the car accident that claimed the life of their striker Diogo Jota.
When the opening of the preseason against Preston was announced, it was expected that it would be a joyful affair and the first chance for fans to see the newly crowned Premier League champions.
However, the competition in Deepdale will be a totally different occasion after Jota and his brother, Andre Silva, were killed on July 3 in an accident in North Spain.
A minute of silence will be observed before the kick -off at 3 p.m. and a digital tribute is displayed on the screen and about LEDs of the pitch. Both sets players will wear black bracelets.
The Preston team will be a wreath for the end of the road and you will never walk alone, will be sung for the brothers for the game. Liverpool eliminated Jota's number 20 shirt after consultation with his widow, Rute and his family.