+18 | Commercial Content | T&C's Apply | Play Responsibly | Publishing Principles
player-image

DiogoJota

Diogo Jota news

Latest news

Alexander-Arnodl Jota Liverpool

TAA pays tribute to Jota - Real Madrid hold minute's silence

Former Liverpool star Trent Alexander-Arnold has paid an emotional tribute to the late Diogo Jota after his fatal car crash in Spain on Thursday. The Real Madrid right-back, who left the Reds last month, has been left without words after his former teammate's untimely death. Jota, along with his brother Andre, were pronounced dead on Thursday morning after a tragic accident.

Diogo Jota Andy Robertson

Robertson explains loving nickname for Jota in tribute

Liverpool's Andy Robertson has revealed his loving nickname for Diogo Jota as he pens a heartbreaking and emotional letter to the late Portugal forward after his fatal car crash. Jota and his brother Andre Silva lost their lives in the early hours of Thursday in Spain after a burst tyre caused their car to veer off the highway. Robertson has also revealed his loving nickname for 'Scottish' Jota.

FBL-ENG-ESP-LIVERPOOL-SEVILLA-FRIENDLY

'Unimaginable loss'- Slot says Jota will 'never be forgotten'

Liverpool manager Arne Slot issued a deeply moving tribute to Diogo Jota following the sudden and heartbreaking death of the Portuguese forward. The 28-year-old forward and his younger brother, André Silva, lost their lives in a tragic car accident in the early hours of Thursday morning, July 3, in northwestern Spain.

FBL-ENG-PR-LIVERPOOL-SHEFFIELD UTD

Mane & Diaz lead Jota tributes from heartbroken Liverpool stars

As news of the devastating accident emerged, tributes poured in from across the football community, with Diogo Jota’s former and current Liverpool team-mates sharing heartfelt messages on social media. Roberto Firmino, Sadio Mane and Luis Diaz were among the many footballers who poured their heart out for the Portuguese star who has passed away aged just 28.

Diogo Jota Liverpool

UK PM Starmer sends thoughts to Jota's family

UK prime minister Keir Starmer condoled the death of Liverpool forward Diogo Jota and sent his thoughts to the player's bereaved family. Jota and his brother Andre Silva tragically died in a car crash shortly after midnight on the morning of July 3, 2025. Their Lamborghini is said to have suffered a tyre blowout, leading to it careering off the road and bursting into flames.

FBL-ENG-PR-LIVERPOOL-BRENTFORD

Klopp admits heartbreak after passing of 'great friend' Jota

Former Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp mourned the passing of 'great friend' Diogo Jota on social media. Jota and his brother Andre Silva tragically died in a car accident shortly after midnight on the morning of July 3, 2025. The Lamborghini they were travelling in is said to have suffered a tyre blowout, leading to it careering off the road and bursting into flames.

FBL-ENG-PR-LIVERPOOL-FULHAM

Nunez posts tribute to Jota on social media

Liverpool forward Darwin Nunez posted a heartwarming tribute to colleague Diogo Jota after the Portuguese tragically passed away. Jota and his brother Andre Silva were involved in a car accident in Zamora, north-western Spain, shortly after midnight on Thursday. Nunez condoled the death while showing strength and solidarity with Jota's wife and children.

Tributes Laid For Diogo Jota At Anfield

Liverpool fans lay flowers outside Anfield after passing of Jota

Liverpool fans visited Anfield to pay heartfelt tributes to their star player Diogo Jota who tragically passed away aged 28 on Thursday in a devastating car accident. The fans laid flowers outside the Reds' home as a mark of respect for the Portuguese player. Jota is survived by his wife Rute Cardoso and their three children. The couple got married on June 22.

Frequently asked questions

Lionel Messi is a versatile attacker who has featured both through the middle and in a free role from the right, allowing him to cut inside on to his stronger left foot.

Lionel Messi was born in Rosario, Santa Fe, in Argentina on June 24, 1987.

The Argentine maestro wears the number he has been known to don for the majority of his career, the No. 10, at MLS outfit Inter Miami.

Lionel Messi is often among the shortest players on a football pitch, standing at just 1.70m (5ft 7in). However, it is due to his low center of gravity which has made him one of the most fearsome forces to be reckoned with in football history.

Lionel Messi weighs 67kg (148 lbs), his low weight aiding him in gaining high bursts of acceleration and gliding past defenders as if they were never there.

Lionel Messi began his journey in football with local club Grandoli at the age of four, in 1992, before joining the team he loved the most, Newell's Old Boys, at the age of six. He stayed with the Argentine club until 2000, when he made the switch to Barcelona.

Lionel Messi and his wife Antonella Roccuzzo have three sons: Mateo, Thiago, and Ciro.

Lionel Messi is married to Argentine model and media personality Antonella Roccuzzo. The couple exchanged vows back in 2017.