According to the police investigation, the car in which they were traveling, a Lamborghini, suffered a tyre blow-out while overtaking another vehicle. The driver lost control of the car, which then caught fire after the impact. Witnesses at the scene immediately alerted the emergency services, who tried to extinguish the flames but were unable to save the occupants.
Diogo Jota, 28, was a skilled footballer who played for Liverpool and was part of their Premier League-winning squad last season. He began his career in Spain with Atletico Madrid and later played for Wolves, helping them earn promotion from the Championship. His brother Andre Silva, 25, was also a footballer who played for Penafiel in the Portuguese Second Division.
Diogo Jota was married to his long-term partner Rute Cardoso, with whom he had three children, and was a devoted husband and father. He was also a talented and respected player who had almost 50 international appearances with Portugal.
The Portuguese Football Federation and the Portuguese giants Porto have released statements expressing their shock and sadness at the loss of Diogo Jota and his brother. The football community is in mourning, and tributes are pouring in for the two brothers.
Both brothers had a strong connection to Porto, and the club has released a statement saying, "It is with shock and deep sorrow that we send our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva."
The FPT, the governing body of Portuguese football, has also released a statement saying, "The Portuguese Football Federation (FPT) and all of Portuguese football are completely devastated. Much more than an amazing player, with almost 50 international appearances, Diogo Jota was an extraordinary person, respected by all team-mates and opponents, someone with an infectious joy and a reference in the community itself."
The loss of Diogo Jota and his brother Andre is a tragedy that has sent shockwaves throughout the football community. They will be remembered for their talent, their passion for the game, and their dedication to their families and communities.
Diogo Jota's family, friends, and fans are in mourning, and tributes are pouring in for the two brothers. They will be deeply missed by all who knew them, and their legacy will live on in the world of football.