Liverpool Forward Diogo Jota Tragically Killed in Spanish Traffic Incident

Liverpool footballer Diogo Jota, 28, and his brother Andre, a Peafiel player, died early this morning in a traffic accident near Palacios de Sanabria, Zamora. The crash occurred at kilometer 65 of the A-52 highway.

Andre Silva, 25, a Penafiel player in the Portuguese 2nd League, also perished in the accident.

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Emergency services, including the Guardia Civil, Zamora provincial firefighters, and a Mobile Emergency Unit, responded to the scene.

“A vehicle left the road and everything indicates a tyre burst while overtaking,” the Guardia Civil in Zamora told Sky Sports News in a statement.

Diego Jota had married his childhood sweetheart Rute Cardoso, the mother of his three children, in the last fortnight. Here they are pictured on their wedding day

Family Details:
Jota recently married Rute Cardoso last month. The couple had three children. A wedding photo shared on social media on June 28, 2025, captured their recent celebration:

Football Career:

Liverpool Career Highlights:
Joining Liverpool from Wolves in September 2020, Jota quickly endeared himself to fans, drawing comparisons to Robbie Fowler with his clinical finishing. He impressively scored seven goals in his first 10 appearances.

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Despite injury challenges, he remained a key player under Jrgen Klopp, featuring in last season’s title-winning teamLiverpool’s record-equalling 20th championship. With 49 international caps for Portugal, Jota will be remembered as a talented and beloved footballer.

Liverpool Football Club expressed deep devastation at his tragic passing.

Diogo’s car crash

Jota will be remembered fondly by the Anfield faithful and football fans worldwide.

Palacios de Sanabria in the north of Spain

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