Diogo Jota has passed away. A tragic early morning in Zamora ended the life of Portuguese footballer Diogo Jota. The Liverpool player was traveling with his brother André when both suffered a fatal accident on the A-52 highway. The crash occurred in the municipality of Cernadilla, a mountainous area in the northwest of Castilla y León.
The two brothers lost their lives instantly after the vehicle they were traveling in left the road. The car, a high-end sports model, caught fire shortly after the impact. Emergency services found the vehicle engulfed in flames. They couldn't do anything to save the occupants.
Diogo Jota dies alongside his brother in Zamora
The tragedy occurred at around 12:40 a.m.: the car was heading toward Galicia. Upon reaching kilometer 65 (40 mi.), the driver lost control. Initial investigations point to a failure in one of the tires. This may have caused the car to leave the road during an overtaking maneuver.
After leaving the roadway, the car crashed into the terrain. The impact was so violent that it caused an immediate fire. The flames even spread to the nearby vegetation. Firefighters managed to extinguish the fire, but the bodies of Diogo and André had already been burned.
The news has shaken both the soccer world and the player's followers. Diogo Jota, 28 years old, was one of the most outstanding forwards of his generation. He had played for teams such as Wolverhampton, Atlético de Madrid, and, since 2020, Liverpool FC. He was also a regular member of the Portugal national team.
The shock is even greater because the accident happened just a few days after a very special personal moment for the footballer. Jota had married his partner, Rute Cardoso, on June 22. The wedding took place precisely in the Sanabria area, near the site of the accident.
Sources close to the investigation confirm that no other vehicles were involved. Everything indicates that it was a single-vehicle accident. The car was completely burned. Authorities are still working to determine all the details of the crash.
Both Liverpool and the Portuguese Football Federation have expressed their sorrow over the loss. On social media, thousands of farewell and tribute messages have filled the player's profiles. Former teammates, coaches, and fans have shown their grief over the sudden loss.
Diogo Jota's body will be repatriated to Portugal in the coming days. The family has requested respect and privacy during these difficult times. The outpouring of affection hasn't stopped since the news became known.
The tragic accident ends a career that still had much to offer. Diogo Jota stood out not only for his talent on the field but also for his charisma and warmth off it. His death leaves a huge void among his loved ones, teammates, and millions of followers.