Tributes have been paid from around the world of sports Liverpool Ahead Diogo jota After Portugal International and his brother, Andre Silva, Death in a car accident Thursday morning in Spain.
The death of the player at the age of 28 was confirmed by the Liverpool Football Club, the Portuguese Prime Minister Luis Montenegro and the Portuguese Football Federation (FPF), in which the Spain Civil Guard informed the Associated Press of the incident.
A few weeks after Jota’s death, he married his long -term companion, Rut Cardaso, with whom he had three children. He picked up Premier League On 25 May, the title with his comrades and won four major honors during their time at the club.
One in statementThe club stated that they were “destroyed” and requested the passing of Jota and “Diaogo and Andre’s family’s confidentiality, friends, teammates and club employees are respected as they try to come up with an unimaginable loss.”
“For us as a club, a sense of shock is absolute. Dogo was not just our player. He was a dear person for all of us. He was a teammate, a colleague, a working and all those roles he was very special,” Liverpool Boss Erne Slot Said in a statement,
“I could say a lot about what he had brought in our team, but the truth is that everyone can see the dioogo play.
“This tragic situation and its reality is really shocking, destructive and therefore numb us with grief,” Billy Hogan, John Henry, Tom Werner and Mike Gordon’s senior leadership group said in a joint statement.
The Liverpool City Council has announced that the flag has been launched in the Liverpool Town Hall and half the staff after the death of their brother.
Portugal team partner of Jota Cristiano Ronaldo Sent his condolences to the family of the brothers.
Ronaldo said in a post on social media, “It is not understood. We were only with the national team, you had just got married.”
“For your family, your wife and your children, I send my condolences and wish them all the strength in the world. I know you will always be with them. Easy peace, Dogo and Andre. We all will remember you.”
Liverpool defender Andy Robertson reminded Jota’s recent wedding to be a guest.
“The last time I saw him that he was the most happy day of his life – his wedding day,” he wrote on Instagram. “I want to remember his smile sometimes from that magical day. How much he was in love with his wife and family.
“I can’t believe that we are saying goodbye. It’s very soon, and it hurts a lot.”
Jota, a long -time captain of Jota in Liverpool, Virjil Van Dijak, wrote He was “completely destroyed and was a mistrust of all. What a person, a player, but the most important thing is what an incredible family man is.
“You matters a lot to all of us and you will always! To lose two sons for your family, a husband and a father are just unimaginable. So cruel and unfair. My heart is breaking for all your beautiful family, for root and for your children.
“I promise you that in these difficult times and beyond that we will always be for your family.
Darwin Nunez, another Enfield teammate, said, “There are no words of consolation for so much pain. I will always remember you with my smile, as a good partner and out of the field.”
Liverpool Sports Director Richard Hughes and Michael Edwards, Liverpool owners Fenway Sports Group CEO, said Football CEO, statement That “In the coming days, we will see our beloved number 20 as a club to honor with respect and affection, which he deserves a very large scale.”
Former Liverpool manager Jurgen Clop, who coached Jota in Liverpool, posted a tribute on InstagramSaying this: “This is a moment where I struggle! There should be a big purpose! But I can’t see it!
“I am heartbroken to hear about the passage of Diaogo and his brother Andre. Diaogo was not only a great player, but a great friend, a loving and careful husband and father too! We will miss you a lot!
“All my prayers, thoughts and power to root, children, family, friends and everyone who loved them! Relax peacefully – love j.”
Trent Alexander-Aranold, who left Liverpool for Real Madrid this summer, called Jota “great team partner and a true friend”.
Alexander-Aneold said, “When your head and heart are struggling to accept it, it is very difficult to find the right words.” “When it is less painful, I want to miss diaogos with a big smile. So many laughter and happy moments.”
Lionel Messi Posted A black and white picture of Jota with a brief name of RIP in Spanish (QEPD) on Instagram.
Liverpool veteran Jamie Kargar said Post on X: “This morning Diogo Jota and disastrous news about his brother Andre. Thoughts are with all of his family and friends, especially with his wife Root and his three cute children.”
Premier League clubs expressed their praise with bitter rivals of Liverpool Manchester United,
The club said, “Our deepest condolences are with Dogo Jota and his brother, Andre’s loved ones, and everyone is associated with Liverpool FC, which is after today’s heartbreaking news.” Post on social media,
Jota former club Walverhampton wanders Said They “heart broke.” Jota spent three years at the club before joining Liverpool.
Volves said, “Diaogo was liked by our fans, was loved by his comrades and nurtured by everyone who worked with him during his time in valves. The memories he made will never be forgotten.”
“Our heart family, friends and his brother and his brother, go out for Andre’s loved ones. You will be really remembered, and will always be remembered.”
English Football Association Said it was destroyed To learn about Jota Passing, and Premier League Said That “football has lost a champion that will be left forever.”
The UEFA has announced that Thursday and Friday’s women’s euro will be seen in 2025 matches and a moment of silence will be seen in memory of her brother.
Lucy Bronze of England said, “We will watch the game tonight and Portugal will play their first game against Spain, and I know that there will be a minute’s silence before that game.”
“I think everyone in England’s shirt and everyone in the tournament will be supporting the Portuguese team, because they will be very close to us. It is really a very sad moment for everyone involved in football, knowing that he is a great person who is a great person and he is a wonderful year – not only in football, but he is just a few weeks ago and he is just so upset.”
Jota was also paid tribute to Jota from outside the world of football, Rafael Nadal expressed his grief in “very sad and painful news”. Post on X,
Basketball legendary Lebron James, whose share in the Fenway Sports Group makes him a part of the Liverpool, Said: “My prayer goes to your loved ones during this time! You can all be directed and preserved! YNWA Jota !!”
Manchester United Captain Bruno Fernandes Posted a photo where he is seen hugging Jota during a Portugal game and write: “Friends, colleagues, and partner in a thousand battles. It is difficult to understand how someone can leave so soon. You and your brother can find peace that you need to take care of those who lose you suddenly and so quickly. My condolences to your whole family.”
Tom Hamilton of ESPN contributed to the report.
