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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.

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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.

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'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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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