Liverpool forward Diogo Jota has tragically passed away in a car crash at the age of 28. The accident also claimed the life of his brother, Andre Silva, who was a professional footballer with Portuguese second-tier club Penafiel. The incident occurred in the Spanish province of Zamora in the early hours of Thursday.

The Guardia Civil reported that the crash happened around 00:30 local time when Jota's Lamborghini experienced a tyre blowout while overtaking another vehicle, causing it to leave the road and catch fire. Jota had recently married his long-term partner, Rute Cardoso, just 11 days before the tragic event. The couple had three children together.

Liverpool Football Club expressed their devastation at the loss of Jota, who joined the team from Wolves in 2020 for £41 million. During his time with the Reds, Jota scored 65 goals in 182 appearances, contributing significantly to their victories in the FA Cup, League Cup in 2022, and the Premier League title last season.

Wolves also released a heartfelt statement, saying, "We are heartbroken. Diogo was adored by our fans, loved by his teammates, and cherished by everyone who worked with him. The memories he created will never be forgotten."

The Portuguese Football Federation (FPF) described Jota as "an extraordinary person, respected by all teammates and opponents, someone with an infectious joy and a reference in the community itself." They announced that a minute's silence would be observed before Portugal's Euro 2025 game against Spain.

Jota's professional career began with Pacos de Ferreira before he moved to Atletico Madrid in 2016. He spent the 2016-17 season on loan with Porto, where his brother was a youth player. FC Porto expressed their deep sorrow, stating, "It is with shock and deep sorrow that we send our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva."

Portugal's Prime Minister Luis Montenegro and former Chelsea and Tottenham boss Andre Villas-Boas also paid tribute to the brothers, highlighting their contributions to football and their exemplary character.

The football community worldwide is united in grief, mourning the loss of two talented individuals whose legacy will be remembered both on and off the pitch.