Liverpool and Portugal forward Diogo Jota (28) and his brother André Silva (25) died in a devastating car crash on the morning of July 3, 2025, while traveling through Zamora, Spain. The tragedy comes just days after Jota’s wedding, shocking fans and the global football community.

📌 What Exactly Happened?

The fatal crash occurred around 6:30 a.m. on the A-52 highway near the town of Cernadilla, Zamora Province.

• The brothers were in a Lamborghini Huracán, reportedly driven by Diogo Jota.
• According to Spain’s Civil Guard, the car was traveling at high speed when a tire burst during an overtaking maneuver.
• This caused the vehicle to lose control, veer off the road, roll over, and collide with an embankment.
• The impact triggered a massive explosion and the car was engulfed in flames.
• Emergency services responded quickly, but both Diogo and André were pronounced dead at the scene.

Authorities confirmed that the weather was clear and there was no third-party involvement. A full forensic and toxicology investigation is underway to verify mechanical failure and other possible contributing factors.

⚽ Jota’s Football Legacy

• Joined Liverpool from Wolves in 2020.
• Scored 65 goals in 182 matches for Liverpool.
• Helped win the Premier League, FA Cup, and League Cup in the 2023–24 season.
• Represented Portugal in 49 international matches, scoring 14 goals.

💔 Personal Life

Jota had just married his longtime partner Rute Cardoso on June 22, 2025. He leaves behind a young family, including three children. His brother, André Silva, played for Penafiel in Portugal’s second division.

🌍 Reactions & Tributes

• Jurgen Klopp: “Diogo was more than a player—he was family to all of us.”
• Cristiano Ronaldo: “This loss is unfathomable. All my love to their family.”
• Liverpool FC, Portugal FA, and UEFA all issued public tributes. A vigil was held outside Anfield hours after the news broke.

📅 What Happens Next?

• Postmortem reports are expected from Zamora’s Forensic Institute.
• UEFA is expected to hold a moment of silence before all July matches.
• Funeral arrangements will be coordinated by the family and the Portuguese FA.

⚠️ Disclaimer

While details are sourced from official outlets, this article will be updated as the Spanish Civil Guard releases its full investigation report.