Tributes Pour in for Soccer Star Diogo Jota, Who Died with Brother Days After Marrying Mother of His 3 Children
The global football community is in mourning following the heartbreaking death of Portuguese star Diogo Jota, who passed away in a tragic car accident alongside his younger brother
, André Filipe Teixeira da Silva. The devastating incident occurred in the early hours of July 3, 2025, on the A-52 highway near Cernadilla, Zamora province, Spain. The news of his death, just days after marrying his longtime partner and mother of their three children, has sent shockwaves through the sporting world.
Jota, only 28, was a key player for Liverpool FC and the Portuguese national team, admired for his speed, technical ability, and fierce determination on the pitch. The accident reportedly happened after a tire blew out on his Lamborghini, causing the vehicle to veer off the road and burst into flames. Neither Jota nor his brother survived the crash.
In the wake of his death, tributes have poured in from teammates, coaches, fans, and football legends alike. Liverpool released a solemn statement: “We are devastated by the loss of Diogo. He was not just a brilliant footballer but a wonderful person and devoted family man.” Manager Jürgen Klopp, visibly emotional during a press briefing, described Jota as “a player who brought light to the team both on and off the pitch.”
Cristiano Ronaldo, Portugal’s iconic captain, posted on social media, saying, “An unimaginable loss. Diogo was like a younger brother to me. My heart is broken for his wife, his children, and everyone who loved him.” Former teammate Mohamed Salah also shared his grief, calling Jota “a warrior and a friend, taken too soon.”
Jota’s death comes just weeks after he celebrated his wedding on June 22, 2025. Photos from the event had recently circulated online, showing a beaming Jota alongside his wife and their three children. What should have been a new chapter in his personal life has now turned into a story of unimaginable loss.
Thousands of fans have gathered outside Anfield and in his hometown of Porto to lay flowers, jerseys, and handwritten letters. UEFA and FIFA have announced moments of silence to honor his legacy during upcoming matches.
Diogo Jota will be remembered not only as a gifted footballer but as a loving husband, father, brother, and inspiration to millions. His loss leaves a void that words cannot fill.