The Digest:
Liverpool FC has expressed profound sorrow over the death of forward Diogo Jota, who tragically passed away alongside his brother André in a car accident in Zamora, Spain. The club described the moment as an “unimaginable loss” and pledged full support to Jota’s family, teammates, and friends, urging privacy as they grieve.
Key Points
- Diogo Jota died in a car crash with his brother in north-western Spain
- Liverpool called it a “tragic passing” and asked for privacy
- Jota scored 65 goals in 182 matches since joining in 2020
- Helped Liverpool win the Premier League, FA Cup, and the Carabao Cup
- Club legend Jamie Carragher expressed devastation at the news
- Stan Collymore called his passing “unfathomable” and “devastating”
- Jota leaves behind his wife Rute and their three children
Jota’s death marks a painful moment not just for Liverpool but for football as a whole, a young life and career ended too soon, leaving behind memories and heartbreak.
Sources: Goal.com, Liverpool FC official statement
