Diogo Jota today News Dies in Car Crash 2025

Diogo Jota, a 28-year-old Portuguese forward and footballer for Liverpool FC, died in a car accident on 3rd July 2025 in Zamora, Spain. His younger sibling, professional footballer André Silva, also lost his life in the accident. The world of football is in shock and mourning over this untimely death.

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 What happened?

It was informed by several global news sources that the vehicle accident had taken place in the early morning hours, approximately 12:30 AM local time, on Cernadilla, along Zamora province’s A-52 motorway in Spain. Diogo Jota, together with his brother, was in a Lamborghini when the car lost its course — apparently following a blowout — prior to catching fire.

Emergency responders such as the firefighters and the Guardia Civil arrived soon but both Jota and André lost their lives at the scene.

Diogo Jota car accident

⚽ Diogo Jota’s Football Career
Childhood
Full Name: Diogo José Teixeira da Silva

Born: 4 December 1996 in Porto, Portugal

Height: 1.78 m (5 ft 10 in)

Position: Forward / Left Winger

He started his youth career at Gondomar SC and afterward exchanged to Paços de Ferreira, where he entered the proficient positions in 2014.

 Professional Career

Years Club Appearances Goals
2014–2016 Paços de Ferreira 41 14
2016–2018 Atlético Madrid 0 0
2016–2017 FC Porto (loan) 27 8
2017–2018 Wolves (loan) 44 17
2018–2020 Wolves (permanent) 67 16
2020–2025 Liverpool FC 123 47
Total 302 102

At Liverpool, Jota was a popular player because of his speed, goal scoring, and versatility. He assisted the club in winning several honors including:

Premier League

FA Cup

Carabao Cup

UEFA Nations League (alongside Portugal in 2019 and 2025)

International Career National Team Debut: 2019

Caps: 49

Goals: 14

Jota played for Portugal interior the UEFA Euro competitions and the Countries Organization together, outlining his lesson and consistency on the around the world coordinate.

Personal Life
Diogo Jota had just married his long-time girlfriend Rute Cardoso on 22 June 2025 — 11 days prior to his untimely death. They have three young kids.

His 25-year-old brother, André Filipe Teixeira da Silva, played as an assaulting midfielder for FC Penafiel in Liga Portugal 2.

Their relationship on the pitch made the accident even more tragic.

 Reactions From All Over the World
The football world and world leaders have responded with shock and admiration:

?Portuguese Prime Serve Luís Montenegro: “A pitiful day for Portuguese football. Diogo was a model of excellence and humility.”

⏰ Pedro Proença, President of the Portuguese Football Association: “His passion was contagious. He will be greatly missed.”

UEFA, Liverpool FC, Wolves, FC Porto, and thousands of fans worldwide have paid affectionate tributes.

A minute’s silence preceded the Portugal Women’s Euro against Spain.

 Career Highlights in Pictures
With included photos of Diogo Jota sporting Liverpool & Portugal jerseys, a tribute sign, and where the crash occurred.

Tributes Pour In
Piers Morgan: “Heartbreaking. A true professional cut down too early.”

Gary Neville: “I had the fortune to see him mature. Gone too early.”

Jamie Carragher: “Can’t believe the news. RIP Diogo.”

Clubs including Manchester City, Chelsea, Arsenal, Barcelona, and Real Madrid all posted condolences on social media.

 Quick Facts
Detail\tInfo
Date of Death
3 July 2025
Location
Zamora, Spain
Cause of Death
Car Accident (Suspected tire blowout)
Age at Death
28
Brother’s Name
André Silva (25, also died)
Recent Event
Married 11 days before accident

 Why This Story Matters
He was at the tallness of his career, having fair helped Portugal to victory at the UEFA Countries Alliance in 2025.

His three children and recently married wife are left to endure a horrific tragedy.

Fans across the globe are grieving the premature loss of a hard-working, humble, and world-class footballer.

 Last Words
Diogo Jota and his brother André Silva’s premature death is a ghastly loss not just to football, but humanity. A phenomenal talent, a gentle soul, and a committed family man — Diogo Jota’s memory will endure through his goals, recollections, and the millions he inspired.

✍️ Rest in Peace, Diogo Jota (1996–2025)
✍️ Rest in Peace, André Silva (2000–2025)

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