The football world is in mourning following the tragic death of Liverpool forward Diogo Jota, who passed away in a car accident in Spain on Thursday, July 3, 2025. The 28-year-old Portuguese international and his brother, Andre Felipe, also a footballer, were reportedly involved in a fatal crash in Zamora, northwestern Spain.

News of Jota's death has sent shockwaves through the football community, with tributes pouring in from fans, fellow players, and clubs alike. Liverpool FC released a statement expressing their devastation at the news. The Portuguese Football Federation also mourned the "irreparable loss" of the player.

In light of the tragic event, a resurfaced clip has emerged, showing Jota speaking with excitement shortly after signing for Liverpool in September 2020. In the video, Jota sits in the changing rooms at Anfield Stadium and expresses his delight at joining the club, stating, "They are one of the biggest teams in the country, I couldn't say no". He added that Liverpool was "the right club for him".

Jota's journey to Liverpool began in the summer of 2020 when he made the move from Wolverhampton Wanderers. He quickly established himself as a key player for the Reds, scoring 65 goals in 182 games and helping the team win several trophies.

Just weeks before his untimely death, Jota married his long-term girlfriend, Rute Cardoso, in Porto. The couple, who had been together since 2012, shared a joyous wedding video on social media with the heartfelt caption: "A day we will never forget". The couple have three children.

The news agency EFE reported that the crash occurred early Thursday morning on the Rias Bajas Highway (A-52) near Palacios de Sanabria. Emergency services were dispatched to the scene, including the Traffic Civil Guard, the Zamora Provincial Fire Brigade, and the Health Emergencies Coordination Centre.

Tributes continue to flood social media, with fans expressing their grief and disbelief at the news. Many have commented on Jota's final Instagram post, a video of his wedding day, expressing their condolences and sharing memories of the player. One fan wrote, "tell me it's not true," while another added, "Please tell me this is not real, Jota".

Diogo Jota's promising career has been tragically cut short, leaving a void in the football world. His contributions to Liverpool and the Portuguese national team will be fondly remembered, as will his passion for the game and his dedication to his family.