Liverpool and Portugal forward Diogo Jota has tragically died following a car accident in Spain, according to reports from Spanish news agency EFE.
The 28-year-old reportedly lost his life in a crash near the town of Zamora in northwestern Spain. Details surrounding the incident are still emerging.
Jota joined Liverpool in September 2020 from Wolverhampton Wanderers in a deal worth over £40 million. He quickly became a key figure at Anfield, known for his sharp finishing and versatility in attack.
His sudden passing has sent shockwaves through the football world, with tributes expected from clubs, teammates, and fans around the globe.
Club Achievements
Liverpool FC (2020–2025)
FA Cup Winner: 2021–22
EFL (Carabao) Cup Winner: 2021–22, 2023–24
FA Community Shield Winner: 2022
UEFA Champions League Runner-Up: 2021–22
Premier League Top-4 finishes: Several seasons
Scored 15+ goals in back-to-back seasons (2021–22, 2022–23)
Wolverhampton Wanderers (2017–2020)
EFL Championship Title: 2017–18 (secured promotion to the Premier League)
Played a major role in Wolves’ rise as a top-flight club
Scored 16 goals in the promotion season
FC Porto (loan)
Part of the squad that finished runners-up in the 2016–17 Primeira Liga
International Career – Portugal
UEFA Nations League Champion: 2018–19
UEFA Euro 2020: Played key matches
2022 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers: Regular contributor
12 goals in over 35 international caps
Known for his strong link-up play with Cristiano Ronaldo and Bruno Fernandes
Individual Highlights
Premier League Player of the Month (once)
Noted for scoring a hat-trick in the Champions League against Atalanta (November 2020)
Became the first Liverpool player since Luis Suárez to score in his first four home league games.
Jota was widely praised for his intelligent movement, work ethic, and eye for goal. At just 28, he had already cemented his name among Europe’s elite forwards and was seen as a big part of Liverpool and Portugal’s future.
