Liverpool forward Diogo Jota has tragically died at the age of 28 following a car crash in Portugal, alongside his brother André Silva[6][5][7]. The news has sent shockwaves through the football world, leading to widespread tributes from clubs, fans, and national associations.
Jota, who joined Liverpool from Wolves in 2020, was a key player in one of the club’s most successful modern eras and became beloved by both Liverpool and Wolves supporters for his talent and contributions on the pitch[3]. For Portugal, he earned nearly 50 caps and was part of their UEFA Nations League-winning squad, scoring 14 goals and assisting 12 more for the national team[5].
In his club career, Jota scored 65 goals in 179 appearances for Liverpool, often praised as a reliable source of goals despite regular injury setbacks[2]. His impact at Wolves was similarly significant, with 44 goals in 131 games, including memorable moments such as a historic hat trick against Leicester City and a decisive goal in the FA Cup semifinal run[3].
The Portuguese Football Federation expressed deep sorrow, highlighting Jota’s importance not only as a player but also as an extraordinary person and role model[5]. Special tributes were held during the UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 opener, where Portugal’s women’s team wore black armbands and a minute’s silence was observed in his honor; banners and tributes were visible throughout the stadium[5].
At the time of his passing, Jota was reportedly a transfer target for several Saudi clubs, and speculation was mounting about his future at Liverpool following a challenging season marked by injury and limited starts[2].