Liverpool Star Diogo Jota Dies in Tragic Car Accident at 28

Liverpool and Portugal forward Diogo Jota has tragically passed away at the age of 28 following a devastating car accident in Spain.

His younger brother, André Silva, also lost his life in the incident.

The fatal crash occurred in the early hours of Thursday near Palacios de Sanabria in Zamora, Spain. According to reports from El Mundo, the vehicle veered off the road around 12:40 a.m. local time before catching fire. Witnesses immediately called emergency services, but despite swift response efforts, both brothers were pronounced dead at the scene.

Jota, who recently celebrated his wedding to Rute Cardoso in June, leaves behind his wife and their three young children: Denis, Duarte, and their youngest daughter, born in 2024.

Tributes have poured in from across the football world, with Cristiano Ronaldo among the first to honour Jota’s memory. Known for his sharp attacking instincts and tireless work ethic, Jota enjoyed a successful career with Liverpool, winning both the Premier League and domestic cups during his time at Anfield.

His brother, André Silva, 26, was also a professional footballer, having most recently played for Penafiel in Portugal’s second division. He previously featured in FC Porto’s youth ranks, where Jota also spent time on loan earlier in his career.

The tragic loss has left the football community in mourning, as tributes continue to flow for the beloved forward and his family.