Diogo Jota, a 28-year-old Liverpool forward, died in a car crash in Spain along with his brother Andre. The tragedy occurred shortly after Jota's marriage to Rute Cardoso. Liverpool Football Club expressed devastation at Jota's passing and requested privacy for the families involved. Portuguese Prime Minister Luis Montenegro extended condolences, noting the tragic impact on sports. The Portuguese Football Federation mourned the loss of both Jota and Andre, highlighting Jota's contributions to national football and his respected character among peers.
Liverpool Football Club are devastated by the tragic passing of Diogo Jota. The club have been informed the 28-year-old has passed away following a road traffic accident in Spain along with his brother, Andre.
I extend my deepest condolences to their family. It is a sad day for football and for national and international sports.
Diogo Jota was not only a fantastic player with almost 50 caps for the national team, but also an extraordinary person who was respected by all his teammates and opponents. He had a contagious joy and was a reference point in his own community.
The Portuguese Football Federation and the entire Portuguese football community are devastated by the deaths of Diogo Jota and Andre Silva in Spain this morning. We have lost two champions.
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