The football world has been left stunned by the shocking demise of Liverpool forward Diogo Jota, who sadly passed away on Thursday morning, Afrosport reports.
Jota, who recently married his long-term partner, Rute Cardoso, last month, was confirmed dead along with his brother, Andre Silva, following a car accident in Spain.
The 28-year-old scored six goals and provided four assists in 26 games for Liverpool last season on their way to winning a second Premier League title. He also won the Nations League with Portugal in June, coming on as a substitute in the final against Spain.
Following the announcement of his passing, players, coaches, clubs and fans have taken to social media to pay tribute to Jota and send condolences to his wife and family.
💔Sad news as Liverpool FC and Portugal forward Diogo Jota has passed away at the age of 28.
His brother André Silva, who played for Portuguese Liga 2 side Penafiel, has also passed away.
Our thoughts are with their family, friends and colleagues at this time. pic.twitter.com/RAprFItIHW
— AfroSport (@AfroSportTV) July 3, 2025
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We are sad to hear of the tragic passing of Diogo Jota. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and teammates at this time. May his soul rest in peace 💔 pic.twitter.com/AQSu100Emp
— 🇳🇬 Super Eagles (@NGSuperEagles) July 3, 2025
A minute’s silence before training in memory of Diogo Jota and his brother André Silva. pic.twitter.com/NfwiPPM1b2
— Real Madrid C.F. 🇬🇧🇺🇸 (@realmadriden) July 3, 2025
AC Milan is deeply saddened by the tragic passing of Diogo Jota and his brother André Silva. Our heartfelt condolences go out to their family, friends, and all who are mourning. May they rest in peace. pic.twitter.com/iodVQUz5k3
— AC Milan (@acmilan) July 3, 2025
Everyone at Manchester City is shocked and saddened to learn about the devastating news regarding the passing of Diogo Jota.
We send our heartfelt condolences to his family and friends and everyone at Liverpool Football Club at this difficult time.
Rest in peace, Diogo. pic.twitter.com/gDZChUlRw0
— Manchester City (@ManCity) July 3, 2025
The adidas family is deeply saddened by the loss of Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva.
Our thoughts and deepest condolences go to their family, friends, and all who know and love them.
Diogo will be remembered as a Champion on and off the football pitch. pic.twitter.com/2m4oEJfIUk
— adidas Football (@adidasfootball) July 3, 2025
Everyone at Nottingham Forest is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Diogo Jota and his brother André Silva.
Our heartfelt thoughts and condolences go out to their families, loved ones, and all at Liverpool FC and FC Penafiel during this incredibly difficult time. pic.twitter.com/zpBH4RFFaJ
— Nottingham Forest (@NFFC) July 3, 2025
Everyone at Tottenham Hotspur is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Diogo Jota.
Our thoughts and condolences are with his family, friends and all at Liverpool Football Club at this incredibly difficult time. pic.twitter.com/JavslTjK7l
— Tottenham Hotspur (@SpursOfficial) July 3, 2025
Everyone at Chelsea FC is devastated to learn of the tragic passing of Diogo Jota and his brother, Andre.
Our thoughts go out to their family, friends and all at Liverpool FC at this incredibly difficult time. 💙 pic.twitter.com/MSKcRHLmMk
— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) July 3, 2025
A Federação Portuguesa de Futebol e todo o Futebol português estão completamente devastados com a morte de Diogo Jota e do seu irmão André Silva, esta madrugada, em Espanha.
Muito mais do que o fantástico jogador, com quase 50 internacionalizações pela Seleção Nacional A, Diogo… pic.twitter.com/EN901fH6FG
— Portugal (@selecaoportugal) July 3, 2025
We are heartbroken by the news of Diogo Jota’s passing. Diogo was not only an exceptional footballer, but also a true friend and talented member of the FC family whose abilities were renowned amongst the community.
Our thoughts are with his family, his teammates, and all who… pic.twitter.com/kcHnhfRKWl
— EA SPORTS FC (@EASPORTSFC) July 3, 2025
Atlético de Madrid is shocked by the tragic news of the passing of former club player Diogo Jota and his brother André. We send our deepest condolences to their family and loved ones.
May they rest in peace. pic.twitter.com/gbYbKgRIWD— Atlético de Madrid (@atletienglish) July 3, 2025
On behalf of the European football community, we are deeply saddened to learn of the tragic passing of Diogo Jota, Portugal international and Liverpool FC forward, along with his brother André Silva.
Our thoughts are with their family, friends, teammates and all those affected… pic.twitter.com/kYCJiZMcX0
— UEFA (@UEFA) July 3, 2025
We are deeply saddened by the passing of Diogo Jota and his brother, André Silva.
All our thoughts are with their family and team-mates. pic.twitter.com/lBg2UrHuqz
— Ballon d’Or (@ballondor) July 3, 2025
Al Ahly deeply mourns the tragic loss of Diogo Jota and his brother André Silva 💔 pic.twitter.com/QxmTKf9vyE
— Al Ahly SC 🇬🇧 (@AlAhlyEnglish) July 3, 2025
Liverpool striker Diogo Jota and his brother have both passed away due to traffic accident, reports Marca.
Deepest condolences, support, and thoughts are with those involved, his family and loved ones.
May his soul rest in peace. 🤍🕊️ pic.twitter.com/qwz7soJu5n
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) July 3, 2025
Rest in peace, Diogo Jota pic.twitter.com/SRObM4z7mh
— Thomas Mlambo (@thomasmlambo) July 3, 2025
Everyone at the Premier League is shocked and devastated to learn of the tragic passing of Diogo Jota and his brother Andre. Our sincerest condolences go to Diogo’s family, friends, Liverpool FC, and all their supporters at this heartbreaking time. Football has lost a champion… pic.twitter.com/KG4coUHY1P
— Premier League (@premierleague) July 3, 2025
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Everyone at Everton is deeply saddened by the tragic passing of Diogo Jota and his brother André Silva. Our thoughts are with their family and friends at this sad time. pic.twitter.com/JD5bT96fQj
— Everton (@Everton) July 3, 2025
O Futebol Clube do Porto está de luto.
É com choque e profundo pesar que enviamos as sentidas condolências à família e amigos do Diogo Jota e irmão André Silva, que também foi nosso atleta nos escalões de formação.
Descansem em paz.#FCPorto pic.twitter.com/BXlR8v7y7Z
— FC Porto (@FCPorto) July 3, 2025
We are deeply saddened by the passing of Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva.
Our thoughts are with their family and loved ones.
May they rest in peace. pic.twitter.com/TDJcDx3OiI
— FIFPRO (@FIFPRO) July 3, 2025
O mundo do futebol ficou mais pobre.
O Sporting CP manifesta o seu pesar pelo falecimento do internacional português Diogo Jota e do seu irmão André Silva.
As mais sentidas condolências a toda a família nesta hora difícil. pic.twitter.com/0zTHryk5rq
— Sporting CP (@SportingCP) July 3, 2025
Diogo Jota’s song will ring around Anfield forever. In 100 years it’ll be sung when we are all long gone. He will be forever remembered. A poacher, he’d get you off your seat when he was on the ball in the box, one of the finest finishers in our history, one of the finest men. pic.twitter.com/PVbgfi2nqf
— DaveOCKOP (@DaveOCKOP) July 3, 2025
