The football world is in mourning following the tragic death of Liverpool forward Diogo Jota, who died in a car crash in Spain on July 3, 2025. The 28-year-old Portuguese international and his brother, André Silva, also a professional footballer, were killed in the accident near Zamora in northwestern Spain.
News of Jota's death has sent shockwaves through the football community, with tributes pouring in from teammates, rivals, and fans alike. Among those expressing their grief is Cristiano Ronaldo, the captain of the Portuguese national team, where Jota was a key player.
Ronaldo shared his heartfelt reaction on social media, expressing his disbelief and sorrow. "It doesn't make sense," Ronaldo wrote. "Just now we were together in the National Team, just now you had gotten married". He further extended his condolences to Jota's family, wife, and children, wishing them strength during this difficult time. "I know you will always be with them," Ronaldo added, concluding with "Rest in Peace, Diogo and André. We will all miss you".
Jota's career saw him rise through the ranks in Portugal before joining Atletico Madrid in 2016. Although he never played for the La Liga side, he had loan spells at Porto and Wolves, eventually making a permanent move to the latter in 2018. In 2020, he signed for Liverpool, where he became an integral part of the team, winning the Premier League, FA Cup, and League Cup. He was also a key member of the Portuguese national team, winning the UEFA Nations League twice.
The news of Jota's death comes just days after his wedding. The Portuguese Football Federation mourned Jota, describing him as "not only a fantastic player" but also "an extraordinary person who was respected by all his teammates and opponents". Liverpool FC also released a statement expressing their devastation at the news.
Diogo Jota's passing is a significant loss to the football world. His skills on the field and his character off the field earned him respect and admiration from colleagues and fans. His contributions to Liverpool and the Portuguese national team will be fondly remembered.
