Tragic news: Diogo Jota, Liverpool footballer, and his brother perished in a horrific car accident in Spain at the age of 28, reports say.
In a shocking turn of events, Portuguese professional footballer Diogo Jota, a cult hero at Wolverhampton Wanderers and a key player for Liverpool FC, died in a car crash in Spain on July 3, 2025, at the age of 28.
## Early Career
Born in Gondomar, Portugal, Jota began his youth career at Gondomar SC before moving to Paços de Ferreira in 2013. He made his professional debut in the Primeira Liga in 2014. In 2016, Jota joined Atlético Madrid but was immediately loaned to FC Porto.
## Breakthrough and Mid-Career
During his loan stint with FC Porto, Jota played in the Primeira Liga and Champions League. He then joined Wolverhampton Wanderers in 2017, helping them gain promotion to the Premier League. In 2018, he permanently signed with Wolves for €14 million.
At Wolves, Jota became the first player to score a Premier League hat-trick and set a record for the quickest European hat-trick in Wolves history.
## Liverpool FC
In September 2020, Jota moved to Liverpool FC for a reported £41 million. He was known for his ability to play in any forward position, making him a valuable asset. Jota won the FA Cup, League Cup, and contributed to Liverpool's Premier League title in the 2024-25 season under new manager Arne Slot. He also featured regularly in the Champions League, including a runner-up finish in 2022, and set multiple records, including the fastest Premier League goal by a Liverpool substitute and scoring in the first four home league games.
## International Career
Jota made his Portugal national team debut in 2019 and was part of the squads for the 2022 World Cup and two European Championships. He was an instrumental player in the team that won the UEFA Nations League in 2019 and repeated the feat in 2025.
Jota's reputation as an intelligent, effective presser, and critical scorer made him a dependable attacker for Portugal.
## Tragic Accident
Spanish officials confirmed that Jota and his brother, Andre Silva, were deceased at the scene of the accident on the A-52 highway in Cernadilla, Zamora, Spain. The Zamora Provincial Council issued a statement expressing condolences for the deaths of the two individuals.
Jota leaves behind his wife and three children. Liverpool made a statement to respect the family, friends, teammates, and club staff of Diogo Jota and will continue to support them.
Condolences have been flooding social media sites from fans, clubs, teammates, and fellow players. Liverpool FC expressed heartbreak over Jota's sudden loss, with manager Jurgen Klopp describing him as a "wonderful person, a fantastic player, and a real fighter."
The footballing community has been left in shock by Jota's untimely death, with tributes pouring in from across the world. Diogo Jota's career was marked by his impressive performances, versatility, and numerous records, cementing his place in soccer history.
- The tragic car accident that claimed the life of Diogo Jota on July 3, 2025, made general news headlines worldwide.
- Despite his untimely death, Diogo Jota's impact on football, particularly in the Premier League, remains a topic of discussion in crime and justice circles, as his tragic accident happened off the field.
- In the realm of sports, especially football, the European leagues and Premier League have been deeply affected by the loss of Diogo Jota, a key player for both Wolverhampton Wanderers and Liverpool FC.
- Amidst the flood of condolences and tributes on social media sites, sports channels and news outlets have also highlighted Diogo Jota's career achievements, including his hat-trick for Wolverhampton Wanderers and multiple records set at Liverpool FC.
