The football community is in shock following the sudden and heartbreaking loss of Liverpool forward Diogo Jota and his younger brother André Silva in a fatal car accident near Zamora, northwestern Spain.
Jota, 28, renowned for his electrifying performances with Liverpool and a vital figure for Portugal’s national team, tragically lost his life alongside André Silva, 26, who played for Penafiel in Portugal’s second division.
Adding to the tragedy, Jota had just celebrated his wedding two weeks ago with his wife, Rute Cardoso. The couple were parents to three young children, deepening the sorrow felt by family, fans, and teammates alike.
The Portuguese Football Federation expressed profound sorrow in a heartfelt statement:
“The Portuguese Football Federation and the entire Portuguese football community are utterly devastated by the loss of Diogo Jota and his brother André Silva this morning in Spain.”
They paid tribute to Jota’s remarkable career—highlighting his 49 caps for the national team—and celebrated his infectious joy, humility, and the deep respect he commanded from both teammates and rivals alike.
Jota played a vital role in Portugal’s triumphant UEFA Nations League campaigns in 2019 and 2025, cementing his legacy on the international stage.
Rest in peace, Diogo Jota. Your extraordinary talent, relentless passion, and unwavering spirit inspired fans across the globe. Though taken from us far too soon, your memory will live on forever.