Liverpool star Diogo Jota, 28, tragically lost his life in a car accident early Thursday morning in Zamora, Spain. The crash also took the life of his younger brother, André Silva, 25. Their vehicle veered off the A-52 highway, a road known for its dangerous conditions, and caught fire. The accident was so severe that both brothers’ bodies were badly burned, requiring DNA testing to confirm their identities.
Authorities believe the crash was caused by a tire explosion during an overtaking maneuver, which made the driver lose control of the car. The vehicle, reportedly a Lamborghini, crashed and ignited quickly, making rescue efforts difficult. Jota and his brother were reportedly traveling to catch a ferry to Great Britain ahead of Liverpool’s preseason matches.
Recently, Jota had undergone lung surgery and was advised by doctors not to fly, which likely explains why he chose to travel by car instead. The tragic news has sent shockwaves through the football world. Many top players, including Portuguese superstar Cristiano Ronaldo, have expressed their condolences and disbelief.
Ronaldo shared his sorrow, saying, “It doesn’t make sense. We were just together with the national team, and you had just gotten married.” He also offered his deepest sympathies to Jota’s wife, Rute Cardoso, and their three children. “Rest in Peace, Diogo and André. We will miss you,” Ronaldo added.
The football community is united in mourning the loss of the talented forward and his brother, honoring their memory and the impact they had on and off the field.
