Liverpool and Portugal international Diogo Jota has tragically passed away at the age of 28 following a fatal car accident in Spain.
The crash reportedly occurred on the A-52 motorway, near kilometre 65, in the municipality of Palacios de Sanabria, Zamora Province.
According to MARCA, the Portuguese star died immediately at the scene of the accident.
Born in 1996, Jota was a vital member of both Liverpool Football Club and the Portuguese national team. News of his untimely death has sent shockwaves across the football community and beyond, with tributes pouring in from fans, teammates, and sporting institutions around the world.
“Liverpool footballer Diogo Jota dies in a traffic accident in the province of Zamora,” MARCA reported in a solemn announcement on Thursday.
Renowned for his energy, clinical finishing, and tactical versatility, Jota made a significant impact in every team he represented. His loss is being mourned deeply across the footballing world.
As of press time, further details about the accident and funeral arrangements have not been released.
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