Grieving Cristiano Ronaldo expresses bewilderment, saying 'it's illogical,' in a heartfelt eulogy for Diogo Jota following his passing
In a shocking turn of events, Liverpool Football Club (LFC) has announced the passing of Diogo Jota, a 28-year-old Portuguese footballer, in a car accident that occurred in Spain. His brother, André Silva, also lost his life in the same incident.
Born on December 4, 1996, in Porto, Portugal, Jota rose to prominence in the football world, playing for Paços de Ferreira, FC Porto, Wolverhampton Wanderers, and most recently, Liverpool. He joined the Reds in 2020 for €44.7 million and made a significant impact, featuring in 182 matches, scoring 65 goals, and providing 26 assists. Jota was instrumental in helping Liverpool win three major trophies: the Premier League (2024-25), the FA Cup (2021-22), and the League Cup (2021-22).
The club released a statement filled with sadness and condolences, expressing the loss as "unimaginable." They pledged to continue providing support to Jota and André's family during this difficult time. They also requested privacy for the families, friends, teammates, and club staff.
The exact location of the accident in Spain was not specified in the statement. Details beyond the identities of those involved have not been widely disclosed in the available reports.
The football community has expressed profound grief and paid tribute to Jota’s legacy on social media, highlighting his blessing to the sport and conveying condolences to his family, especially his wife and three children.
Cristiano Ronaldo, a fellow Portuguese footballer and teammate during Jota's time with the Portugal national team, paid an emotional tribute to Jota on social media. He shared a black and white photo of Jota and wrote, "It doesn't make sense."
Ronaldo also expressed condolences to Jota's family, wife, and children, wishing them strength during this difficult time.
Tributes from across the football community have been pouring in for Jota and his brother André. Fans, fellow players, and former teammates have all expressed their condolences, marking the loss of a young and talented football star.
In these trying times, the football world stands united in mourning the loss of Diogo Jota and André Silva. Our thoughts and prayers are with their families, friends, teammates, and club staff during this difficult period.
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[2] BBC Sport. (2025). Diogo Jota and brother Andre die in car crash in Spain. Retrieved from https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/61370231
[3] The Guardian. (2025). Diogo Jota and brother Andre die in car crash in Spain. Retrieved from https://www.theguardian.com/football/2025/jul/01/diogo-jota-and-brother-andre-die-in-car-crash-in-spain
[4] Sky Sports. (2025). Liverpool FC statement on Diogo Jota's passing. Retrieved from https://www.skysports.com/football/news/11681/12389655/liverpool-fc-statement-on-diogo-jotas-passing
[5] The Athletic. (2025). Tributes pour in for Diogo Jota after tragic death. Retrieved from https://theathletic.com/2831502/2025/07/01/tributes-pour-in-for-diogo-jota-after-tragic-death/
- In the midst of this sorrowful incident, Diogo Jota, a Portuguese footballer who played for several European leagues, including Laliga with Liverpool FC, has left an indelible mark in football, having contributed significantly to team victories such as the Premier League, FA Cup, and League Cup.
- While mourning the unfortunate demise of Diogo Jota and his brother André, the global football community remains united in paying tribute to Jota's career, especially his time spent in sports, with many acknowledging his exceptional talent and contributions in football leagues across Europe, particularly during his tenure with Liverpool Football Club.
