The world of football is in mourning following reports of Liverpool forward Dio Gojota dying in a Spanish car accident at the age of 28.
Jota was traveling with his younger brother Andre. Andre was also a 26-year-old professional soccer player with his vehicle off the road.
The incident reportedly took place on the A-52 expressway in Zamora, Spain.
Details surrounding the cause of the crash have not been confirmed yet, and local governments are said to be investigating the circumstances of the tragic accident.
This catastrophic news comes just two weeks after Jota celebrated one of the happiest moments of his life, marrying his long-term partner, Root Cardoso, in a beautiful ceremony in Porto, surrounded by family, friends and several teammates who gathered to share his joy.
The newlyweds were looking forward to starting a new chapter in their lives, making the tragedy even more heartbreaking for Jota’s family, friends and the football community.
Since joining from Wolves, Jota has established himself as a key player at Liverpool, earning praise for his professional rating and all his abilities.
Portugal International has achieved key goals for the Reds in their domestic and European campaigns, becoming a favorite with his relentless press and goal eyes.
Liverpool has not commented on the news yet
Liverpool has not yet issued an official statement, but the club is reportedly seeking further clarification in the report.
Anfield’s teammates and staff are said to be shocked as they waited for confirmation. The news is spreading through the world of soccer.
The tragic incident serves as a harsh reminder of life’s vulnerability, bringing together the world of football to lament the loss of players who brought energy and passion to the game.
Once details are revealed, the thoughts of the entire football community remain with Jota’s wife, family, friends, as well as everyone on the Liverpool and the Portuguese national team during this extremely difficult time.