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Diogo Jota and his brother, André, died in a car accident in the Spanish town of Zamora on July 3, 2025, while they were traveling back to Liverpool for preseason training. Prior to getting married, Jota had recently undergone minor lung surgery in Porto, Portugal. Jota intended to take a ferry from Santander, Spain, back to England after being advised by a doctor not to fly. According to the Spanish Civil Guard, he and his brother were traveling to Santander to catch the boat when their Lamborghini Huracán experienced a tire blowout while passing another car on the A-52 freeway. In the municipality of Cernadilla, the vehicle swerved off the road close to kilometer point 64 and caught fire. Unfortunately, both the brothers passed away in the spot.
The Footballing World is in the state of mourning and grief since this news came out. After managing Jota for four seasons after signing him to Liverpool in 2020, Klopp shared on Instagram: "This is a moment where I struggle! There must be a bigger purpose! But I can’t see it! I’m heartbroken to hear about the passing of Diogo and his brother André. Diogo was not only a fantastic player, but also a great friend, a loving and caring husband and father! We will miss you so much! All my prayers, thoughts and power to Rute, the kids, the family, the friends and everyone who loved them! Rest in peace – Love."
Ronaldo, who played for Portugal with Jota, wrote the following in Portuguese and shared it on social media: "Doesn’t make any sense. Just now we were together in the national team, just now you were married. To your family, to your wife, your children, I send my condolences and wish them all the strength in the world. I know you will always be with them. R.I.P Diogo and André. We will all miss you."
One might not be familiar with Jota if you don't watch the beautiful game. He wasn't the face of a World Cup, a brand's poster boy, or a worldwide celebrity. However, he was the silent metronome to Liverpool fans, disappearing into the box, scoring goals late, and creating brilliant moments with subtle consistency. He didn't yell to get notice. He just appeared. Liverpool's spirit was Diogo Jota. Every football fan, not just those who support Liverpool, will miss him terribly.
Diogo, may you rest in peace.
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