Football mourns the loss of Diogo Jota and brother Andre Silva | OneFootball

The football community is mourning the shocking death of Liverpool and Portugal forward Diogo Jota.

The 28-year-old was tragically killed in a car accident in Spain's Zamora province, along with his younger brother, Andre Silva, who was a player for Penafiel in Liga Portugal 2.

Liverpool released a statement in response to the heartbreaking news: "Liverpool Football Club are devastated by the tragic passing of Diogo Jota.

The club have been informed the 28-year-old has passed away following a road traffic accident in Spain along with his brother, Andre.

Liverpool FC will be making no further comment at this time and request the privacy of Diogo and Andre’s family, friends, teammates and club staff is respected as they try to come to terms with an unimaginable loss."

Wolves issued a heartfelt statement expressing their sorrow: "We are heartbroken.

"Diogo was adored by our fans, loved by his teammates and cherished by everyone who worked with him during his time at Wolves. The memories he created will never be forgotten.

"Our hearts go out to the family, friends and loved ones of Diogo and his brother, Andre.

"You will be truly missed, and always remembered.

Pedro Proenca, president of the Portuguese Football Federation (FPF), also expressed his sorrow: "The Portuguese Football Federation and all of Portuguese football are utterly devastated by the deaths of Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva this morning in Spain.

"Far beyond being an exceptional player, with nearly 50 caps for the national team, Diogo Jota was an extraordinary person, respected by all teammates and opponents, someone with a contagious joy and a reference within his own community.

"On my behalf, and on behalf of the Portuguese Football Federation, I express our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Diogo and Andre Silva, as well as to Liverpool FC and FC Penafiel, the clubs where the players, respectively, performed.

"The Portuguese Football Federation has already requested UEFA to observe a minute of silence this Thursday before our National Team's match against Spain in the Women's European Championship.

"We have lost two champions. The passing of Diogo and Andre Silva represents irreparable losses for Portuguese Football, and we will do everything to honour their legacy daily."

FC Porto, where both Jota and Andre spent time during their early careers, also offered condolences:

"Porto is in mourning. It is with shock and deep regret that we send our most sincere condolences to the family and friends of Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva, who was also our youth player. May they rest in peace."

His football journey began in Portugal with Pacos de Ferreira. Although he signed with Atletico Madrid in 2016, he never featured for the Spanish club, instead going on loan to FC Porto and then Wolverhampton, where he eventually signed permanently in 2018.

Jota joined Liverpool from Wolverhampton Wanderers in September 2020 and quickly became a key part of the squad under both Jurgen Klopp and Arne Slot. Over 182 appearances, he scored 65 goals and provided 26 assists, helping the team claim domestic and European trophies.

Among his achievements with Liverpool were Premier League, FA Cup, and Carabao Cup titles. He also featured in the 2022 Champions League final against Real Madrid.

Internationally, Jota debuted for Portugal in November 2019, taking part in both the 2020 and 2024 European Championships. An injury kept him out of the 2022 World Cup, but he helped Portugal win two UEFA Nations League titles, the latest of which came this past May.