Ronaldo took to X (formerly Twitter) and wrote:
"It doesn t make sense. We were just together on the national team, you had just gotten married. To 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. Rest in peace, Diogo and André. We will all miss you.”
Não faz sentido. Ainda agora estávamos juntos na Seleção, ainda agora tinhas casado. À tua familia, à tua mulher e aos teus filhos, envio os meus sentimentos e desejo-lhes toda a força do mundo. Sei que estarás sempre com eles. Descansem em Paz, Diogo e André. Vamos todos sentir… pic.twitter.com/H1qSTvPoQs
— Cristiano Ronaldo (@Cristiano) July 3, 2025
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Darwin Núñez, Liverpool striker, posted a photo of himself and Jota on Instagram and wrote:
"There are no words of comfort for so much pain. I will always remember you with your smile, as a good companion on and off the field. I send all my strength to his family. From where he is, I’m sure he will always be with you, especially his wife and three children. May he rest in peace. Diogo and André.”
Jamie Carragher, ex-Liverpool player, posted a tribute on X (formerly Twitter), stating:
"Devastating news about Diogo Jota & his brother André this morning. Thoughts are with every one of their family & friends, especially his wife Rute & their three lovely kids."
Devastating news about Diogo Jota & his brother Andre this morning.
— Jamie Carragher (@Carra23) July 3, 2025
Thoughts are with everyone of their family & friends, especially his wife Rute & their three lovely kids 💔 pic.twitter.com/BSYBL5yVre
He also expressed his sorrow to a news channel, saying:
"Just in a state of shock—not just for anyone associated with Liverpool, but football in general. It is one of the few times when the football family all comes together. I just cannot believe it. For everybody involved—but especially his family, his wife, and the children they’ve got—it’s devastating. I can only imagine how his teammates feel at Liverpool and Portugal. They must be in a world of pain with his friends and family. It just shows us all how quickly life can change. What a summer he’s had, and you get this devastating news that his family has had in the last few hours. You can’t even comprehend it.”
LeBron James, NBA star and Liverpool minority owner, expressed his condolences on X (formerly Twitter):
"My prayers go out to his loved ones during this time! May you all be guided and protected! YNWA JOTA!!”
My prayers goes out to his loved ones during this time! May you all be guided and protected! YNWA JOTA!! 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾❤️ https://t.co/B3tYVJJxkA
— LeBron James (@KingJames) July 3, 2025
Rúben Neves (Portugal & Al-Hilal midfielder) posted a story on instagram:
"They say that we only lose people when we forget them. I will never forget you.”
The Portuguese Football Federation (FPF) expressed their sorrow on X (formerly Twitter):
"The Portuguese Football Federation and the entire Portuguese football community are devastated by the deaths of Diogo Jota and André Silva in Spain this morning. Diogo Jota was not only a fantastic player with almost 50 caps for the national team but also an extraordinary person who was respected by all his teammates and opponents. He had a contagious joy and was a reference point in his own community. We have lost two champions. Their deaths represent irreparable losses for Portuguese football, and we will do everything we can to honour their legacy every day.”
— Portugal (@selecaoportugal) July 3, 2025
Portuguese Prime Minister Luís Montenegro posted the following message on X (formerly Twitter):
"The news of the death of Diogo Jota, an athlete who greatly honoured the name of Portugal, and his brother is unexpected and tragic. I extend my deepest condolences to their family. It is a sad day for football and for national and international sports.”
The Professional Footballers Association (PFA) expressed their condolences in a statement via their official website and social media channels, including Twitter (now known as X):
"We are deeply shocked and saddened at the tragic passing of Diogo Jota and his brother, André Silva. Our thoughts and heartfelt condolences are with their family, loved ones, and Diogo’s teammates and friends at Liverpool FC. He was a loving father with a young family and a remarkable talent, hugely respected across the game. This is an unimaginable loss, and both will be greatly missed.”
Diogo Jota’s younger brother André Silva, aged 26 and a professional footballer in Portugal, was with him in the car crash and also passed away. The Lamborghini veered off the road after a tire burst while attempting to overtake another vehicle and subsequently caught fire.
Jota was not only a footballer but also a devoted family man. He recently married his long-time partner Rute Cardoso, with whom he had three children. Their wedding, held in early 2025, was celebrated by fans and fellow footballers alike.
Jota’s sudden death at just 28 years old stunned the football world. Clubs, players, and fans paid emotional tributes to a player whose career was filled with promise, passion, and professionalism. He leaves behind a legacy of excellence on the pitch—and warmth, humility, and love off it.
