Liverpool forward Diogo Jota dies at 28 in a car crash in Spain. Brother Andre Silva also killed. Football world mourns the tragic loss.

Liverpool Star Diogo Jota Dies in Car Accident in Spain

Liverpool forward Diogo Jota, 28, tragically passed away in a car accident on 3 July 2025 in Cernadilla, located in the Zamora province of Spain. The accident occurred at approximately 12:30 am local time (11:30 pm BST). His younger brother, Andre Silva, a 26-year-old professional footballer for Penafiel in Liga Portugal 2, also lost his life in the crash.

According to Guardia Civil, the Lamborghini the pair were travelling in burst a tyre while overtaking, causing the vehicle to leave the road and catch fire.

A Distinguished Football Career

Diogo Jota’s Club Journey

• Began at Pacos de Ferreira in Portugal
• Signed by Atletico Madrid in 2016 but never played a game
• Loaned to Porto and later to Wolves, where he joined permanently in 2018
• Moved to Liverpool in 2020 under Jurgen Klopp
• Made over 180 appearances for Liverpool

Career Achievements:

• Premier League Champion (2024–25)
• FA Cup Winner
• Carabao Cup Winner
• Played in the 2022 Champions League Final vs Real Madrid

Portugal National Team Highlights:

• Debuted in November 2019
• Nearly 50 international caps, with 14 goals
• Played in Euro 2022 and Euro 2024
• Two-time Nations League Winner, most recently in June 2025
• Missed the 2022 World Cup due to injury

Family and Personal Life

Jota had just married his long-time partner Rute Cardoso on 22 June 2025. The couple has three children. His recent wedding photos were shared on social media just weeks before the tragedy struck.

Reactions From Football Community

Portuguese Football Federation (FPF):

“We have lost two champions. Much more than players, they were extraordinary people. Portuguese football is utterly devastated.”

• The FPF also confirmed that a minute’s silence would be observed before Portugal’s Women’s Euro match against Spain on Thursday.

Gary Neville (Sky Sports Pundit):

“That is heartbreaking news on Diogo Jota and his brother. All my love and best wishes to his family.”

Club Statements:

• Liverpool FC and Penafiel released statements expressing “shock and deep sorrow,” praising both brothers for their contributions on and off the pitch.

Timeline of Events:

• 22 June 2025: Jota marries Rute Cardoso
• June 2025: Wins Nations League with Portugal
• 3 July 2025: Fatal accident in Zamora, Spain

Football World Mourns

The news has triggered an outpouring of grief from players, clubs, and fans worldwide. Social media is flooded with tributes and emotional messages in honour of Jota and his brother Andre.

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FAQs

Q1: What caused Diogo Jota’s car accident?

A tyre burst during overtaking caused the car to lose control and catch fire.

Q2: Who was with Diogo Jota at the time?

His younger brother, Andre Silva, is also a professional footballer.

Q3: What were Diogo Jota’s major career achievements?

Premier League, FA Cup, Carabao Cup titles with Liverpool; two Nations League wins with Portugal.

Q4: Did Diogo Jota have a family?

Yes, he recently married Rute Cardoso and had three children.

Q5: Will there be tributes?

Yes, a minute’s silence is planned before Portugal’s Women’s Euros game.

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