BREAKING: Liverpool Star Diogo Jota Dead at 28 After Fiery Lamborghini Crash Cristiano Ronaldo, LeBron & FIFA Mourn Loss
Football is in mourning today as shocking news breaks: Diogo Jota, 28-year-old Liverpool forward and Portugal national team star, has died in a tragic car accident, just days after getting married.
The devastating crash reportedly happened just after midnight Thursday in Spain, where Jota and his 26-year-old brother André were traveling in a Lamborghini. Authorities from Spain’s Guardia Civil say a burst tire during an overtaking maneuver caused the vehicle to lose control and erupt in flames.
Both Jota and his brother died at the scene.
Just two weeks ago, Jota married his longtime partner Rute Cardoso. They share three children together.
⚽ Global Football Community in Shock
Cristiano Ronaldo, visibly shaken, led tributes online:
“It doesn’t make any sense. Just now we were together in the National Team, just now you were married.
Jurgen Klopp, who brought Jota to Liverpool in 2020, described him as more than a talented forward:
“A great friend, a loving and caring husband and father.
Portugal & FIFA React
Portuguese Prime Minister Luis Montenegro called it:
“A sad day for football and for national and international sport.”
LeBron James, co-owner of Liverpool’s parent company, posted:
“My prayers go out to his loved ones. May you all be guided and protected!”
Others reacting with heartbreak include:
– The Portuguese Football Federation
– The Professional Footballers’ Association (PFA)
– FIFA President Gianni Infantino
– Past and present Liverpool & Portugal teammates
He Was Just Getting Started
Jota was at the peak of his career known for his killer instinct in front of goal, his relentless work rate, and his humble, team-first attitude. His passing leaves a painful void in football and in the hearts of millions of fans around the world.
