Diogo Jota, 28, and his brother Andre Silva, 25, tragically died in a car accident caused by a tire blowout on Wednesday. A wake for the brothers is scheduled at 8am on Saturday, followed by their funeral at Igreja Matriz in Gondomar. Family, friends, and prominent figures from the football world, including Portugal's President, attended to pay respects. Jota's physiotherapist emphasized that the two were not partying prior to the accident, describing Jota as a dedicated professional preparing for the season.
Jota's family and friends held a private gathering at the Chapel of the Resurrection in Gondomar on Friday, as a crowd gathered to pay their respects. Portugal's President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa and notable football figures attended, including Diogo Dalot and Fabinho.
Miguel Goncalves, Jota's physiotherapist, stated that Jota was an 'unparalleled professional,' excited and confident in his recovery for the upcoming season, dismissing false narratives about partying before the crash.
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