Shock in the world of football for the death of Diogo Jota

ByDavid Mitchell
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Portuguese football is in “shock” after the death this Thursday of International Digo Jota and his brother André Silvaalso a footballer, in a traffic accident in Zamora (Spain).

“We lost two champions. The disappearance of Diogo and André Silva supposes An irreparable loss for Portuguese football and we will do everything possible to honor its legacy every day“said the president of the Portuguese Football Federation (FPF), Pedro Proença, in a statement.

The leader of the Portuguese Federation remembers Diogo Jota As “an extraordinary person, respected by all his companions and adversaries, someone with a contagious joy and a reference in his own community.”

In addition, he said he asked UEFA to A minute of silence is saved in Thursday between the Portuguese and the Spanish team in the Women’s Eurocup that is celebrated in Switzerland.

He Portowhere the player passed as yielded by the Atlético Madridhe showed in his social networks the “shock and deep regret” for the death of Diogo Jota and his brother André Silva, a player who also went through the lower categories of the portista team.

Liverpool, destroyed by the death of Diego Jota

Liverpool, who confirmed the death of the Portuguese footballer Diogo Jota, He was “shattered” by the death of the Portuguese and his brother André.

“Liverpool is destroyed by the tragic death of Diogo Jota. The club was informed that the 28 -year -old footballer died in a traffic accident in Spain with his brother, André,” Liverpool said in a statement.

“Liverpool will not comment at the moment and ask that the privacy of the family, friends and companions of Diogo and André be respected while dealing with an unimaginable loss. We will continue giving them all our support.”

An inexplicable and comfortless accident for all

Recently married, and Father of three children with Cardoso RuteThe death of Diogo Jota aroused a lot of reactions. From all points of the planet, everyone highlighted the human and professional magnitude of the Portuguese.

One of the most shocking reactions came from the world of basketball. LeBron James, Superstar of the NBA and Liverpool Shareholderhe sent a message through his social networks:

“My prayers are with their loved ones at this time. Everyone is guided and protected. You will never walk alone, Jota.”

Klopp, devastated: “He was more than a great footballer”

Who also expressed his pain was Jürgen Klopp, former Liverpool formerwho directed Jota between 2020 and 2024: “I am with a broken heart when I know the death of Diogo and his brother André. Diogo was not only a fantastic footballer, but also a great friend, a affectionate husband and an affective father. We are going to miss him a lot.”

Darwin Núñez, Neymar and South American football cry to Jota

Your teammate, the Uruguayan striker Darwin Núñezhe also shared his pain: “There are no words of comfort for so much pain. I will always remember you with your smile, like a good partner inside and off the field.”

For its part, Neymar Jr. He sent his most sincere condolences “to the whole family and close friends.”

“Rest in peace Diogo and André!”, Added the 33 -year -old footballer, who in turn published a photo of the Portuguese player with the English League Cup, which he won on May 25.

The Brazilian Soccer Confederation (CBF), on the other hand, lamented “deeply” what happened. “We are dismayed. It is a tragedy that moves us deeply. I express our condolences to the families and friends of the athletes, the clubs, to our friends of the Portuguese and English Federations. World football is mourning,” said the president of the CBF, Samir Xaud, cited in a statement.

European, mourning football

Series A, Figc (Italian Football Federation), and clubs such as Napoli, Inter, Juventus, AC Milan, Rome, Lazio, Fiorentina and Parma They expressed their regret. “Our thoughts are with their families, Liverpool and the Portuguese Federation. Italian football is grieving,” said President Gabriele Gravina after speaking with Pedro Proença, his PARTAGUES.

For their part, the big teams of LaLiga in Spain, also made their pain in social networks feel. “We join the immense pain of all football fans,” he published the Real Madrid account.

“Our most sincere condolences. Rest in peace,” Barcelona added. And Atlético Madrid, a club that had it on its squad in 2016, wrote: “We are shocked. Jota left their mark as a person.”

UEFA, on the other hand, announced that a minute of silence will be kept in all the female Eurocup parties of these days.

The reaction of the Prime Minister of Portugal and FIFA

Also from the political plane came official condolences. Portuguese prime minister, Luís Montenegro, lamented the loss and described it as a blow to the whole country.

“The news of the death of Diogo Jota, an athlete who honored the name of Portugal, and his brother, is unexpected and tragic. I leave family members the most felt condolences. It is a sad day for football and for national and international sport,” he wrote in the social network X.

And Gianni Infantino, president of FIFA, said that “the world of football will miss them with pain.”

“With just 28 years, Diogo had had a fantastic career and many years ahead. My thoughts are with their families, Liverpool, Penafiel and the Portuguese Federation. That they rest in peace,” he completed.

David Mitchell
David Mitchell

As a passionate sports journalist with over a decade of experience, I strive to uncover the heart and soul behind every game. Supported by a dedicated team of fellow enthusiasts and storytellers, I am committed to delivering insightful and engaging content that connects fans worldwide. Together, we celebrate the victories, challenges, and unifying spirit of sports through every article we craft.