Diogo Jota death latest: Tributes pour in after Liverpool FC footballer dies in car crash aged 28

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The Liverpool FC forward had been travelling in a Lamborghini with his brother Andre Silva when the car veered off the road and burst into flames following what police suspect was a tyre blowout while overtaking.

The pair were found dead following the collision on the A-52 in Palacios de Sanabria near the city of Zamora at 12.40am on Thursday.

Tributes are flooding in for the pair from vast numbers of former players, clubs, sporting figures, and footballing fans, who just months earlier witnessed Jota win his first Premier League title – his crowning sporting achievement.

The Portuguese Football Federation said: “We have lost two champions.”

In a heartfelt tribute, Cristiano Ronaldo said the death of his Portugal teammate “doesn't make sense”. “We will all miss you,” he added.

Key points

  • Liverpool forward Diogo Jota killed in car crash in Spain
  • Liverpool and Jamie Carragher lead tributes after Diogo Jota dies in car crash
  • 'We will all miss you': Ronaldo pays tribute to Jota as he says death 'doesn't make sense'
  • Collision happened just days after Jota married girlfriend
  • Diogo Jota's heartbreaking final social media post on his wedding revealed
  • 'Tyre blowing out while car overtaking is possible cause' behind incident in which Jota and Silva died

Jurgen Klopp: 'There must be a bigger purpose but I can't see it'

13:25 , Mike Jones

Former Liverpool manager, Jurgen Klopp, who signed Jota for the club has given his reaction on Instagram saying he is ‘heartbroken’ over the death of his ‘great friend’.

Klopp wrote: “This is a moment where I struggle!

“There must be a bigger purpose but I can’t see it!

“I’m heartbroken to hear about the passing of Diogo and his brother André.

“Diogo was a not only a fantastic player, but also a great friend, a loving and caring husband and father!

“We will miss you so much!

“All my prayers, thoughts and power to Rute, the kids, the family, the friends and everyone who loved them!

“Rest in peace - Love”

Jota's teammates pay tribute

13:20 , Mike Jones

Plenty of Diogo Jota’s teammates have reacted to the news of his death on social media.

Portugal midfielder, Ruben Neves, said: “They say we only lose people when we forget them. I will never forget you."

Defender Diogo Dalot added the news was ‘devastating’ and he is ‘speechless’.

He also sent ‘strength’ to Jota’s family and his thoughts were echoed by midfielder Pedro Goncalves who wrote: "My deepest condolences to the family."

Diogo Jota's career timeline

13:14 , Mike Jones

Jota began his career with Portuguese side Pacos de Ferreira and joined Atletico Madrid in 2016.

He was sent out on loan to Porto and Wolves helping to win the latter promotion to the Premier League in 2018.

He thrived with the West Midlands club and secured a £41m move to Liverpool in 2020.

During five seasons at Anfield, Jota scored 65 goals in 182 appearances and his honours include one FA Cup, two EFL Cup winners medals and a Premier League title.

On the international scene, Jota scored 14 goals in 49 appearances for Portugal.

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Liverpool forward Diogo Jota has died aged 28 (EPA)

'I will always remember your smile' says Darwin Nunez

13:08 , Mike Jones

Liverpool forward Darwin Nunez played alongside Diogo Jota for three seasons posted a tribute on Instagram.

He says there are ‘no words’ to provide comfort for the pain of losing his friend and colleague and that he will ‘always remember’ Jota’s smile.

"There are no words of comfort for so much pain,” Nunez wrote.

"I will always remember you with your smile, as a good companion on and off the field.

"I send all my strength to his family, from where he is I'm sure he will always be with you, especially his wife and three children.

"May he rest in peace. Diogo and Andre."

Diogo Jota: The fan favourite who achieved more than he ever dreamed possible

13:02 , Mike Jones

The caption is more poignant now, even as the words have proved horribly wrong. “Yes to forever,” wrote Diogo Jota, accompanying social-media pictures of his wedding to his long-time partner Rute Cardoso. Within two weeks, Jota’s forever had ended, the Liverpool and Portugal forward killed in a car crash in Spain, along with his brother Andre Silva. His new wife is already a widow, his three young children left without a father.

“It doesn’t make any sense,” said Cristiano Ronaldo, his Portugal captain. There is a feeling of shock whenever a life is suddenly cruelly cut short, and Jota was just 28. It is still greater when someone has seemed as full of life as Jota did.

The Independent’s Senior Football Correspondent, Richard Jolly, writes:

Police confirm no other vehicles involved in crash

12:48 , Tara Cobham

Police have confirmed that no other vehicles were involved in the incident in which Diogo Jota and Andre Silva died.

Pictured: Where Jota and Silva crashed in Spain

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The location on the A-52 in Palacios de Sanabria near the city of Zamora, Spain (Emilio Fraile/PA Wire)

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The site where Liverpool footballer Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva died (AP)

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The car crash happened at 12.40am on Thursday (AP)

Rayner describes Jota's death as 'absolutely heartbreaking' as she visits Anfield

12:30 , Tara Cobham

Angela Rayner described the death of Diogo Jota as "absolutely heartbreaking" as she visited Anfield to pay her respects.

The Deputy Prime Minister told broadcasters: "It's heartbreaking. It is absolutely heartbreaking, and just shows how life events can change really quickly.

"You know, I'm absolutely devastated for his wife and his children and his family. I can't imagine what they're going through at the moment. My son's 28 and it just, it's really shocking."

Ms Rayner described Jota as one of Liverpool's "greatest strikers", and said the news was "devastating" for people who had woken up to it on Thursday morning.

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Deputy prime minister Angela Rayner and Liverpool mayor Steve Rotheram arriving at Anfield to leave a floral tribute in memory of Diogo Jota (Peter Byrne/PA Wire)

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Deputy prime minister Angela Rayner described the death of Diogo Jota as ‘absolutely heartbreaking’ as she visited Anfield to pay her respects (Peter Byrne/PA Wire)

Local authorities issue statement on Jota and Silva's deaths

12:23

Footballer Diogo Jota and his brother were killed after their car ran off the road and caught fire, local authorities said in a statement.

The Zamora Provincial Council in posted on Facebook that the fatal accident took place on the A-52 in Palacios de Sanabria, in the Spanish province of Zamora, which borders Portugal, at 00.40am.

In a statement, translated from the original Spanish, the authority: "A vehicle ran off the road and caught fire, which spread to the surrounding vegetation.

"The fire was put out by the fire brigade, which worked with health services and the Guardia Civil.

"Unfortunately, medics were only able to confirm the death of two young men, aged 28 and 26.

"From the Zamora Provincial Council and the Provincial Consortium we express our condolences to the families of the victims and thank all those involved for their work."

Liverpool LeBron James reacts to Jota's death

12:16 , Tara Cobham

LeBron James has said his prayers go out to Diogo Jota’s loved ones as he paid tribute.

In a post on X, Liverpool fan James said: “My prayers goes out to his loved ones during this time! May you all be guided and protected! YNWA JOTA!!”

Watch: Starmer pays tribute to Jota after Liverpool player's death

12:09 , Tara Cobham

In pictures: People gather to leave tributes at Anfield Stadium in memory of Jota

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People gather to leave tributes at Anfield Stadium, home of Liverpool, in memory of Diogo Jota who has died at the age of 28 (Peter Byrne/PA Wire)

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Tributes are paid to Diogo Jota at Anfield Stadium (Peter Byrne/PA Wire)

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People gather to leave tributes at Anfield Stadium following the death of player Diogo Jota (Peter Byrne/PA Wire)

Jota profile: The diminutive Portuguese talent who made his name in the Premier League

12:02 , Tara Cobham

Liverpool and Portugal footballer Diogo Jota, who has died in a car crash in Spain, made his name in the Premier League.

Jota, 28, was a father of three and had married his long-term partner, Rute Cardoso, less than two weeks ago. It was also confirmed that Jota’s brother Andre, 26, died in the accident.

Tributes have poured in for the siblings, with Liverpool releasing a statement saying the club is “devastated by the tragic passing” of the 28-year-old. Portuguese prime minister Luis Montenegro called the incicdent “a sad day for football and for national and international sports”.

Chris Wilson writes:

'Tyre blowing out while car overtaking is possible cause' behind incident in which Jota and Silva died

11:58

A tyre blowing out while the car was overtaking is the possible cause behind the incident in which Diogo Jota and Andre Silva died, according to the Spanish Civil Guard.

Its statement said: "Everything points to a tyre blowout while overtaking."

Jota and brother's boyhood club pay tribute amid 'pain and disbelief'

11:50 , Tara Cobham

Diogo Jota and his brother’s boyhood club has paid tribue to them, describing their “pain, disbelief and respect” following the pair’s deaths.

Gondomar SC said in a post on Facebook: “We are grounded.

“Today we mourn the tragic and premature departure of two young men who proudly wore the Gondomar Sport Club jersey.

“Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva, ex-athletes from our team, lost their lives unexpectedly.

“To the family, friends and everyone who shared moments with Diogo and Andre, we leave our deepest solidarity and affection.

“Gondomar SC is a silent club today. And this silence is one of pain, disbelief and respect.

“We will forever cherish the memory of these two with the pride of having watched them grow as exemplary athletes and young men.

“R.I.P. Diogo and Andre.”

Full story: Ronaldo reacts to death of Portugal teammate Jota saying ‘It doesn’t make sense’

11:46 , Tara Cobham

Cristiano Ronaldo has paid a heartfelt tribute to Portugal team-mate Diogo Jota after the Liverpool forward was killed in a car crash at the age of just 28 in the early hours of Thursday morning in Spain.

Jota was in the car with his brother, Andre Silva, a footballer for FC Penafiel in Portugal, who also died. No other vehicles were involved, Spanish authorities said.

Jota recently won the Premier League title with Liverpool as well as the Nations League with Portugal. He married his long-term partner Rute Cardoso a few weeks ago, with whom he had three children.

My colleague Jamie Braidwood reports:

Steven Gerrard sends condolences to Jota's loved ones at 'incredibly sad time'

11:44

Michael Jones reports:

Steven Gerrard has sent his condolences to Diogo Jota’s family and friends at “this incredibly sad time”.

The former Liverpool captain said in his Instagram story: “RIP Diogo. Condolences to his family and friends during this incredibly sad time.”

Starmer pays tribute to Jota after ‘devastating’ news

11:34 , Alex Croft

British prime minister Sir Keir Starmer has paid tribute to Diogo Jota while speaking to reporters live in East London.

Here is what he said:

This is devastating news, and I’m sure I speak for everyone in saying our first thoughts are going to be with his family and his friends in particular.

There are millions of Liverpool fans but also football fans and non-fans who will also be shocked by this.

I think Liverpool FC have put a statement out as I understand it.

But it is devastating, and it is really important that we bear in mind just how difficult a period this will be for his friends and his family.

Nadal describes news of Jota and Silva's deaths as 'terribly sad and painful'

11:34

Rafa Nadal has described news of Diogo Jota and André Silva’s deaths as “terribly sad and painful”.

The tennis player said in a post on X: “What terribly sad and painful news.

“All my love, affection, and support to his wife, his children, his family, and his friends in such a difficult moment.

“Rest in Peace, Diogo Jota and André Silva.”

Flag at Liverpool town hall lowered to half mast after Jota's and Silva's deaths

11:30 , Tara Cobham

The flag at Liverpool town hall has been lowered to half mast following the deaths of Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva, the council has said.

In a statement, Liverpool City Council said: “The flag at Liverpool Town Hall has been lowered to half mast following the death of Liverpool FC player Diogo Jota and his brother, Andre Silva.

“Our thoughts are with their family and friends, and everyone associated with Liverpool FC.”

Portuguese Football Federation statement in full after deaths of Jota and Silva

11:28

The Spanish civil guard said he was found dead alongside his brother Andre Silva, after their car went off a road near the city of Zamora.

The Portuguese Football Federation said it was “devastated” to learn of the pair’s deaths – adding: “Their deaths represent irreparable losses for Portuguese football.”

Here is the full statement:

Uefa confirm moment of silence in memory of Jota and Silva at Women's Euro matches

11:26

Jamie Braidwood reports:

Uefa have confirmed that a moment of silence in memory of Diogo Jota and Andre Silva will be observed at all Women’s Euro 2025 matches on Wednesday and Thursday, including Portugal’s opening match against Spain in Bern tonight. The Portugal players will also wear black armbands.

Uefa said: “A moment of silence will be observed at all of today’s and tomorrow’s Women’s Euro 2025 matches in memory of Portugal international and Liverpool FC forward Diogo Jota and his brother André Silva who tragically passed away today.”

'We will all miss you': Ronaldo pays tribute to Jota as he says death 'doesn't make sense'

11:24 , Tara Cobham

Cristiano Ronaldo has paid tribute to Diogo Jota, describing how the death of his Portugal teammate “doesn’t make sense”, as he said: “We will all miss you.”

In a post on Instagram, he said: “Doesn't make any sense. Just now we were together in the National Team, just now you were married.

“To your family, to your wife and children, I send my condolences and wish them all the strength in the world. I know you will always be with them. R.I.P. Diogo and Andre. We will all miss you.”

Today is a sad day for football and sports after 'greatly honoured' Jota's death, Portuguese PM says

11:14

The Portuguese prime minister has said today is “a sad day for football and for national and international sports” after the death of “greatly honoured” Diogo Jota and his brother.

In a pot on X, Luís Montenegro said: “The news of the death of Diogo Jota, an athlete who greatly honored Portugal's name, and his brother is unexpected and tragic. I extend my deepest condolences to their family. It is a sad day for football and for national and international sports.”

Jamie Carragher 'in state of shock' after Jota's death

11:10 , Tara Cobham

Jamie Carragher has said he is “in a state of shock” after Diogo Jota’s death.

Speaking on Sky Sports, the former Liverpool player said: “Just in a state of shock really. I think, not just with anyone associated with Liverpool but football in general. It’s a time when we’ll come together as football fans. I just can’t believe the news today.

“It’s so sad for everybody in involved but especially his family, his wife and the three children they’ve got. It’s devastating for all involved.

“I don’t know the current players particularly well so won’t pretend to know Diogo. He lived close but kept himself to himself. He came across, probably, not in the typical way people describe Premier League footballers. He seemed humble, a real family man. "He did his business on the pitch and was quiet and humble off the pitch. A great guy and a great footballer.

“It’s really difficult to find the words to say about him. More importantly right now it’s not about the football or Liverpool, it’s about his family and what they’re going through.”

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Jamie Carragher has said he is ‘in a state of shock’ after Diogo Jota’s death (PA Wire)

Manchester United sends 'deepest condolences' to Jota's and brother's loved ones

11:06 , Tara Cobham

Manchester United has sent its “deepest condolences” to Diogo Jota’s and his brother’s loved ones.

In a statement, the club said: “Our deepest condolences are with the loved ones of Diogo Jota and his brother, Andre, and everyone connected with Liverpool FC following today’s heartbreaking news.”

Jota's former club Wolves 'heartbroken' at 'adored' player's death

11:04 , Tara Cobham

Diogo Jota’s former club has said “we are heartbroken” at the “adored” player’s death.

In a statement, Wolves said: “We are heartbroken.

“Diogo was adored by our fans, loved by his teammates and cherished by everyone who worked with him during his time at Wolves. The memories he created will never be forgotten.

“Our hearts go out to the family, friends and loved ones of Diogo and his brother, Andre.

“You will be truly missed, and always remembered.”

Pictured: Liverpool fans pay tribute to Jota

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Liverpool fans have been seen paying tribute to Diogo Jota who has died at the age of 28 (Peter Byrne/PA Wire)

Watch: Jota speaks of exciting future as he signs for Liverpool in resurfaced clip after his death

11:01 , Tara Cobham

Everyone at Everton 'deeply saddened' by deaths of Jota and brother

11:00 , Tara Cobham

Everyone at Everton is “deeply saddened” by the deaths of Jota and his brother, the club has said.

In a statement, it said: “Everyone at Everton is deeply saddened by the tragic passing of Diogo Jota and his brother André Silva. Our thoughts are with their family and friends at this sad time.”

Pictured: Floral tributes to Jota laid at Anfield Stadium

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Tributes at Anfield Stadium, home of Liverpool, in memory of Diogo Jota who has died at the age of 28 (Peter Byrne/PA Wire)

Watch: Lisa Nandy pays tribute to Diogo in House of Commons

10:57

Mapped: Where Jota and his brother crashed in Spain

10:53 , Tara Cobham

Livepool 'absolutely heartbroken' at Jota's death

10:52 , Tara Cobham

The Liverpool mayor has said he is “absolutely heartbroken” following the death of Diogo Jota.

Steve Rotheram said in a statement: “I’m absolutely heartbroken to hear this news.

“Diogo’s passing is a huge loss to our city and the world of football.

“My thoughts are with his family, friends, teammates and all those who knew and loved him.”

Brothers' car caught fire due to burst tyre, initial investigations suggest

10:49 , Tara Cobham

The brothers’ car caught fire due to a burst tyre, initial investigations suggest.

The Spanish Civil Guard told the Independent: “The Civil Guard is investigating a road accident that occurred at 12.30am this morning at kilometer 65 of the A52 motorway, in the municipality of Cernadilla, Zamora.

“A vehicle left the road on the left side. The investigation points to a road accident due to a tire burst while overtaking. As a result of the accident, the car caught fire and both occupants died.

“Pending the completion of forensic tests, one of the deceased has been identified as Diogo Jota, a Liverpool FC player, and his brother Andre Felipe.”

Liverpool and Jamie Carragher lead tributes after Diogo Jota dies in car crash

10:45 , Tara Cobham

The football world and beyond is paying tribute to Diogo Jota after the Liverpool and Portugal forward was killed in a car crash in the early hours of Thursday morning in Spain.

Jota was in the car with his brother, Andre Silva, a footballer for FC Penafiel in Portugal, who also died. No other vehicles were involved, Spanish authorities said.

Jota, 28, recently won the Premier League title with Liverpool as well as the Nations League with Portugal. He married his long-term partner Rute Cardoso a few weeks ago, with whom he had three children.

My colleague Jamie Braidwood reports:

UEFA says European football community 'deeply saddened at Diogo Jota's tragic passing'

10:43 , Tara Cobham

UEFA has said the European football community is “deeply saddened” at the “tragic passing” of Diogo Jota.

In a statement, it said: “On behalf of the European football community, we are deeply saddened to learn of the tragic passing of Diogo Jota, Portugal international and Liverpool FC forward, along with his brother André Silva.

“Our thoughts are with their family, friends, teammates and all those affected by this heartbreaking loss.”

Manchester City 'shocked and saddened' at Diogo Jota's death

10:41 , Tara Cobham

Manchester City has said everyone at the club is “shocked and saddened” to learn of Diogo Jota’s death.

In a statement, the club said: “Everyone at Manchester City is shocked and saddened to learn about the devastating news regarding the passing of Diogo Jota.

“We send our heartfelt condolences to his family and friends and everyone at Liverpool Football Club at this difficult time.

“Rest in peace, Diogo.”

‘Devastated’ FA sends condolences to Jota’s loved ones and teammates

10:33 , Tara Cobham

The FA has said it is “devastated” to learn of Diogo Jota’s death as it send its condolences to the footballer’s loved ones and teammates.

In a statement post on X, the FA said: “We are devastated to learn of the passing of Diogo Jota.

“Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with Diogo's family, friends and team-mates at Liverpool and Portugal.”

Full story: Liverpool release statement after forward Diogo Jota dies in car accident

10:31 , Tara Cobham

Liverpool FC have released a statement paying tribute to Diogo Jota after the forward passed away in a car accident aged 28.

The Portuguese international had been travelling in the Spanish province of Zamora with his brother Andre Silva, 26, also a professional footballer, when their card left the road in the early hours of Thursday and caught fire. The Spanish Guardia Civil confirmed the deaths of both men in the accident.

Tributes have flooded in from across Portugal and the footballing world. Jota played an integral role in Liverpool’s attack under Jurgen Klopp and latterly Arne Slot, lifting his maiden Premier League title only months ago, as well as the FA Cup and League Cup during his five-year spell at Anfield.

My colleague Flo Clifford has the full story:

Liverpool FC 'devastated' at Diogo Jota’s death

10:29 , Tara Cobham

Liverpool FC have said they are “devastated” at Diogo Jota’s death.

The club said in a statement: “Liverpool Football Club are devastated by the tragic passing of Diogo Jota.

“The club have been informed the 28-year-old has passed away following a road traffic accident in Spain along with his brother, Andre.

“Liverpool FC will be making no further comment at this time and request the privacy of Diogo and Andre’s family, friends, teammates and club staff is respected as they try to come to terms with an unimaginable loss.

“We will continue to provide them with our full support.”

Diogo Jota's heartbreaking final social media post on his wedding revealed

10:27 , Tara Cobham

Diogo Jota's heartbreaking final social media post has been revealed.

In a touching Instagram post captioned “a day we will never forget”, the Liverpool FC forward posted a video of his wedding day.

Jota has died just two weeks after he married his long term girlfriend Rute Cardoso.

Carragher pays tribute to Jota

10:25 , Mike Jones

Jamie Carragher is the latest to pay tribute to Jota and his brother.

He posted on X: “Devastating news about Diogo Jota & his brother Andre this morning.

“Thoughts are with everyone of their family & friends, especially his wife Rute & their three lovely kids.”

Jota recently married partner

10:20 , Mike Jones

Diogo Jota married his long term partner Rute Cardoso on June 22 in Portugal.

The pair have been together since 2013 and have three children together – two sons and a daughter who was born in November.

Watch: Diogo Jota dies in car accident aged 28

10:19 , Tara Cobham

FIFPRO 'deeply saddened' by deaths of Jota and brother

10:18 , Tara Cobham

FIFPRO has said they are “deeply saddened” by the deaths of the two brothers.

In a statement, they said: “We are deeply saddened by the passing of Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva.

“Our thoughts are with their family and loved ones.

“May they rest in peace.”

Sporting CP sends condolences

10:11 , Mike Jones

Portuguese club, Sporting CP, also posted their condolences after Jota’s death was confirmed.

They wrote on social media: “The world of football has become poorer.

“Sporting CP expresses its sorrow for the passing of the Portuguese international Diogo Jota and his brother André Silva.

“The most heartfelt condolences to all the family in this difficult time.”

UK culture secretary pays tribute to Jota

10:10 , Tara Cobham

UK culture secretary Lisa Nandy has paid tribute to Liverpool player Diogo Jota who was killed in a car crash in Spain.

She told the Commons: "We just received the heartbreaking news a moment ago before we came in to the chamber that he lost his life at just 28 years of age."

Ms Nandy said the whole House "is heartbroken by this news", adding: "I wanted to send our sympathies to his family on behalf of the whole House."

Shadow culture minister Saqib Bhatti had earlier said: "As we came into the chamber today there was tragic news of the passing of Diogo Jota, the Liverpool footballer, at the age of 28. So can I put our condolences to the friends and families and Liverpool fans across the world on that passing.”

No other vehicles involved in crash

10:05 , Mike Jones

The Spanish civil guard confirmed to The Associated Press that Jota and his brother were found dead after their car went off a road near the western city of Zamora.

Police were investigating the causes and said there were no other vehicles involved.

FC Porto send condolences

10:02 , Mike Jones

Jota and his brother, Andre Silva, came through the youth ranks at Porto and the club have offered their condolences to their family.

The club wrote: “FC Porto is in mourning.

“It is with shock and deep sorrow that we send our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Diogo Jota and his brother André Silva, who was also our athlete in the youth ranks.

“Rest in peace.”

Tributes come in for Jota

10:00 , Mike Jones

Football writer, Henry Winter, described the news of Jota’s death as ‘shocking’ and ‘tragic’.

Writing on X, he said: “Desperate news about Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva.

“Shocking, tragic and unimaginable the grief of their families and friends. Thoughts with them at this heart-breaking time. RIP.”

Gary Neville pays tribute to Jota

09:57 , Mike Jones

Sky Sports pundit and former Manchester United captain, Gary Neville, pays tribute to Jota.

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

Spanish Guardia Civil statement

09:54 , Mike Jones

Here is the full statement from the Guardia Civil, given verbally, confirming the deaths of Diogo Jota and his brother, Andre Felipe:

"The information we have so far is that the car, which was a Lamborghini, was in a road traffic accident and left the road due to a tyre blow out while overtaking.

"It was in the early hours, 00:30 BST, in the municipality of Cernadilla in the province of Zamora.

"The car caught on fire and the two occupants were killed.”

The Guardia Civil was asked to confirm the identities of those involved in the accident, the Guardia Civil said: "The player and his brother, Andre Felipe."

Jota married his partner 11 days ago

09:53 , Mike Jones

Adding to the tragedy is the fact that Jota married his wife, Rute Cardoso, just 11 days ago on 22 June 2025.

In a post shared on the couple's social media, the pair wrote: "Yes, forever."

Portuguese Prime Minister says Jota death 'tragic'

09:51 , Mike Jones

Portuguese Prime Minister Luís Montenegro described Jota's death as "tragic" and extended his condolences to the family.

In a social post on X, he said: "The news of the death of Diogo Jota, an athlete who greatly honored Portugal's name, and his brother is unexpected and tragic.

"I extend my deepest condolences to their family. It is a sad day for football and for national and international sports."

Portguese Football Federation confirm Jota death

09:48 , Mike Jones

Pedro Proenca, head of the Portuguese Football Federation said in a statement: “The Portuguese Football Federation and all of Portuguese football are completely devastated by the deaths of Diogo Jota and André Silva, this morning, in Spain.

“Much more than an amazing player, with almost 50 international caps, Diogo Jota was an extraordinary person, respected by all teammates and opponents, someone with an infectious joy and a reference in the community itself.

“On my behalf, and on behalf of the Portuguese Football Federation, I express my deepest condolences to the family and friends of Diogo and André Silva, as well as Liverpool FC and FC Penafiel, the clubs where, respectively, lined up the players.

“The Portuguese Football Federation has already asked Uefa for a minute's silence, this Thursday, before the match of our national team with Spain, in the women's European Championship.

“We lost to two champions. The death of Diogo and Andre Silva represent irreparable losses for Portuguese football and we will do everything to, daily, honour their legacy.”

Diogo Jota tragically passes away

09:47 , Mike Jones

The Portugal international joined Liverpool from Wolverhampton Wanderers in 2020 and established himself as a key attacker under Jurgen Klopp and latterly Arne Slot, winning the Premier League, FA Cup and League Cup in his five-year spell at Anfield.

Liverpool Football Club have not yet commented on the reports, but Jota’s death was confirmed by Pedro Proenca, head of the Portuguese Football Federation.

Emergency services confirm car crash

09:46 , Mike Jones

Emergency services in the Castilla and Leon region confirmed the crash.

“The 1-1-2 Castilla y León operations room received several calls reporting a vehicle accident at Km. 65 of the A-52, in the municipality of Cernadilla, Zamora. A car was reported to have been involved in an accident and the vehicle was on fire,” their statement read.

“1-1-2 notified the Zamora Traffic Police, the Zamora Provincial Council Fire Brigade, and the Sacyl Emergency Coordination Center (CCU) of this accident.

“From there, a Medical Emergency Unit (UME) and the Primary Care Medical Staff (MAP) from the Mombuey Health Center were sent, who confirmed the death of two people on the scene.”

Diogo Jota passes away in car accident aged 28

09:33 , Lawrence Ostlere

Liverpool forward Diogo Jota has died aged 28 after a car accident in Portugal, according to Spanish state-owned TV, citing local firefighters.