The Liverpool and Portugal forward, 28, and his brother Andre Silva were killed in a car crash in July in what is one of the biggest tragedies in football history.
Jota scored 14 goals in 49 appearances for Portugal, including winning the UEFA Nations League in 2019 and 2025 and will be forever remembered as a legend for the nation who are looking towards next year’s World Cup being held in the United States, Mexico, and Canada.
Martinez spoke to reporters this week as Portugal face Armenia in their first game without Jota and revealed that they will use his passing as motivation.
"We won the Nations League and Diogo Jota was part of that success.
"He's a strength for us, a source of motivation because he wanted to win the World Cup. We have a responsibility to fight for the Portuguese people, as always, but we have a responsibility for Diogo, and that's very special."
During Saturday's encounter there are plans for a fan-led minute of applause in honour of Jota. "Now I even got goosebumps," Portugal defender Rúben Dias said on Friday when told about the initiative.
"On behalf of Portugal, I thank you very much for that gesture. We're very grateful."