Madrid, Spain.– The world of football is in mourning after confirming the death of the Portuguese footballer Diego Jotaof 28 yearscurrent player of the Liverpool FCin a tragic car accident that occurred in Spainin which his brother also lost his life André Jotaof 26 yearswho was active in the club Penafiel of the Portuguese second division.
According to local media, the accident occurred in the early hours of this Wednesday on a highway in the province of León, when the vehicle in which both brothers were traveling left the road and hit a containment barrier. Emergency services confirmed that both occupants died at the scene.
Tragedy occurs just eleven days after Diego Jota’s marriagewho had recently celebrated her wedding in Portugal. The forward leaves orphaned three small childrenwhich has deeply shocked both his family and the international sports community.
Clubs, teammates and fans have expressed their pain and solidarity through messages on social networks. He Liverpool FC issued a statement deeply regretting the loss of one of its most beloved players, highlighting not only his talent on the field, but his human quality.
For his part, the club Penafiel He also added his condolences for the death of André Jota, highlighting his commitment, effort and passion for the sport.
The Portuguese Football Federation has announced that tribute will be paid to both brothers during the next official matches. Meanwhile, Spanish authorities are already investigating the causes of the accident.
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