🙏 Football mourns Diogo Jota, 28: tributes from friends and clubs

The news of Diogo Jota's death shocked the world this morning: the Liverpool forward lost his life at 28 in a car accident that also claimed the life of his 25-year-old brother.

The Portuguese forward leaves behind three children and his wife, whom he married on June 22, 2025. From Porto to Serie A, via Atletico Madrid, Wolves, and Liverpool: the entire football world mourns a tragic loss.

🏟️ MINUTE OF SILENCE

"UEFA announces that today and tomorrow, during all UEFA Women's EURO 2025 matches, a minute of silence will be observed in memory of the Portuguese national team player and Liverpool FC forward Diogo Jota and his brother André Silva, who tragically passed away today."

🙏 FAREWELL FROM DIOGO JOTA'S CLUBS

Having joined Liverpool in the summer of 2020, the class of '96 played for Atletico Madrid, Porto, and Wolves. The Portuguese club bid farewell to the two brothers on social media, sharing a chilling photo.

"Atlético Madrid is shocked by the tragic news of the death of Diogo Jota, a former player of the club, and his brother André. We extend our deepest condolences to their family and loved ones. Rest in peace."

"We are deeply saddened. 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 thoughts are with the family, friends, and loved ones of Diogo and his brother Andre. We will truly miss you and will remember you forever."

"Liverpool Football Club is shocked by the tragic passing of Diogo Jota - reads the statement shared by the Reds -. The club has been informed that the 28-year-old died following a car accident in Spain along with his brother Andre."

"Liverpool FC will not be making any further comments at this time and asks that the privacy of Diogo and Andre's family, friends, teammates, and club staff be respected as they try to cope with an unimaginable loss. We will continue to provide them with our full support."

🫂 FAREWELL FROM FRIENDS

Cristiano Ronaldo, captain of Portugal, of which Diogo Jota was a part, shared a touching message on social media for his departed teammate and friend.

"It doesn't make sense. Not long ago, we were together in the national team, you had just gotten married. To your family, your wife, and your children, I offer my condolences and wish them all the strength in the world. I know you will always be with them. Rest in peace, Diogo and André. We will all miss you."

Other players joined the Portuguese legend's farewell.

🇮🇹 SERIE A BIDS FAREWELL TO JOTA

Italian football also stands with the family of the Portuguese player: here are the farewells from Serie A clubs.

😢 THE FOOTBALL WORLD MOURNS THE PORTUGUESE

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