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Tragedy Strikes Football World as Liverpool’s Diogo Jota and Brother André Die in Spanish Car Accident

Gilbert Akampa Kakurugu by Gilbert Akampa Kakurugu
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By Izidoro Twinamasiko

The football world is in mourning following the devastating loss of Liverpool and Portugal star Diogo Jota, who, along with his younger brother André Silva, tragically died in a car accident late Tuesday night near Málaga, Spain, where the family was reportedly on vacation.

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Born Diogo José Teixeira da Silva on December 4, 1996, in Massarelos, Portugal, Jota’s meteoric rise began with Gondomar SC, a modest club where his talent quickly set him apart. In 2013, he joined Paços de Ferreira, making his professional debut and catching the eye of top European clubs.

In 2016, Atlético Madrid secured his signature, immediately loaning him to FC Porto, followed by a two-year spell at Wolverhampton Wanderers. At Wolves, Jota flourished—playing a pivotal role in their promotion to the Premier League and eventually joining the club on a permanent deal in 2018.

Two years later, in September 2020, Liverpool FC acquired Jota for a reported £41 million. Under manager Jürgen Klopp, he quickly became a fan favorite, renowned for his lethal finishing, tireless pressing, and sharp tactical mind.

Jota was crucial in Liverpool’s victories in the 2021–22 FA Cup, EFL Cup, and the 2022 Community Shield, and featured prominently in their UEFA Champions League final run. On the international stage, he earned 39 caps for Portugal, netting 12 goals, and was part of the squad that triumphed in the 2021 UEFA Nations League Finals.

Jota’s tragic death is made even more heartbreaking by personal circumstances: he had just married his longtime partner Rute Cardoso in a private ceremony last month in Porto. The couple shared three children, the youngest of whom was born earlier this year.

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In a heartfelt statement released Wednesday, Liverpool FC said:

“We are devastated by the loss of our beloved player, teammate, and friend, Diogo Jota, and his brother André. Diogo was not only a world-class footballer but also a humble, kind, and inspiring human being. Our thoughts are with Rute, their children, and the entire family.”

Portuguese captain Cristiano Ronaldo paid tribute by posting a photo with Jota, writing:

“Gone too soon. You were a warrior on the pitch and a gentleman off it. May you and André rest in peace.”

Spanish authorities have launched a full investigation into the accident. Preliminary reports suggest the vehicle lost control on a sharp bend, struck a guardrail, and overturned into a ditch. Both brothers were pronounced dead at the scene.

Though taken far too soon at the age of 28, Diogo Jota leaves behind a legacy defined by excellence, humility, and an enduring love for the game.

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