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Death of Liverpool forward Diogo Jota in Spain car crash

Death of Liverpool forward Diogo Jota in Spain car crash

Liverpool forward Diogo Jota has tragically passed away in a car accident in Spain at the age of 28, along with his brother Andre Silva. The accident occurred in Cernadilla, Zamora, when their car veered off the road and caught fire. Jota had recently gotten married and leaves behind three children. Liverpool Football Club expressed their devastation and requested privacy for the families, teammates, and staff of Jota and Silva. Former teammates, including Jamie Carragher, expressed shock and sadness at the untimely loss. Tributes from the football community poured in, with Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal Football Federation mourning the champions. A minute of silence was observed in upcoming matches to honor their memory. Sky Sports News reporter Johnny Phillips remembered Jota as an incredibly loved and joyful presence during his time at Wolves.

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