The football world is pouring in tributes following the unfortunate demise of Liverpool and Portugal star, Diogo Jota.
Football fans on X and other social media platforms have started to pour out tributes, with Ronaldo saying “It doesn’t make sense. Just now we were together in the national team…”
28-year-old Jota, alongside his brother Andre Silva, died in an accident which took place in the Spanish province of Zamora.
Reports from Europe said that their car, a Lamborghini, left the road due to a tyre blowout while overtaking another vehicle and then caught fire.
Jota married his long-term partner Rute Cardoso, with whom he had three children, just last month.
Jota helped Liverpool win the Premier League title last season and also played for Portugal as they beat Spain in the final of the Nations League in June.
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“The Portuguese Football Federation (FPF) and all of Portuguese football are completely devastated,” read a FPF statement.
“Much more than an amazing player, with almost 50 international appearances, Diogo Jota was an extraordinary person, respected by all team-mates and opponents, someone with an infectious joy and a reference in the community itself.
“We have lost two champions. The passing of Diogo and Andre Silva represents irreparable losses for Portuguese football, and we will do everything to honor their legacy daily.”
Jota once played for Porto in Portugal, and the club released a statement over his demise.
“FC Porto is in mourning,” read a club statement.
“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. Rest in peace.”