Two local artists, John Culshaw and Paul Curtis, have played a central role in shaping how Diogo Jota and Andre Silva are remembered around Anfield, with murals they created in their honour becoming a lasting feature in the area following his death.
Culshaw was responsible for one of the most prominent pieces, painted on the side of the Halfway House pub close to the stadium. The mural shows Jota in a familiar celebratory pose and, since its completion, has become a regular stopping point for supporters on matchdays. Fans often stop to take photos or leave scarves and messages nearby, and the artwork has become part of the routine around the ground.
Paul Curtis’ mural was created through a fan-led fundraising effort that he helped to organise. Curtis launched a crowdfunding campaign with a target of £2,000 to cover the cost of producing the artwork. The target was reached quickly, and donations continued after the mural was secured. By the time the campaign closed, £23,924 had been raised.
The remaining funds were donated to the LFC Foundation, with the money set to support a new grassroots football programme established in Jota’s name. The initiative aims to provide opportunities for young players in the local community, extending the legacy of both the player and the artists who commemorated him. Watch Oscar Howell’s report.
