Liverpool Football Club has confirmed the heartbreaking death of Diogo Jota.

The 28-year-old forward died in a car accident in Spain, along with his younger brother, André.

The crash happened early Thursday morning in the province of Zamora.



Just days after that joyful moment, this tragedy has left the football world in deep shock.

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The club issued a short but emotional statement on Thursday.

It read:

“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.”

The statement added:

“Liverpool FC will be making no further comment at this time and request the privacy of Diogo and Andre’s family, friends, teammates and club staff is respected as they try to come to terms with an unimaginable loss.

He played a key role in helping the club win the Premier League, FA Cup, and two League Cups.

He also represented Portugal at the international level, earning over 30 caps.

The entire football community — players, fans, clubs — is now mourning a player who was loved for both his skill and character.