Football stars across the globe have expressed their grief and paid tributes to Liverpool forward Diogo Jota and his brother André Silva, who tragically died in a car accident in Spain on Thursday.
The football community was left in shock after news broke that Jota, 27, and his brother were involved in a fatal accident in the early hours of Thursday. The Portuguese international had recently celebrated his wedding just two weeks prior to the tragedy.
Tributes Pour In From Football Stars
Liverpool midfielder Mac Allister shared an emotional message on Instagram, writing: "I can't believe it. I will always remember your smiles, your anger, your intelligence, your companionship, and everything that made you as a person. It hurts a lot, we are going to miss you. Rest in peace, dear Diogo."
Inter Miami captain and eight-time Ballon d'Or winner Lionel Messi posted a simple but poignant message on his Instagram story: "Rest in peace," alongside a picture of Jota.
Real Madrid star Vinicius Jr. expressed his condolences, stating: "Rest in peace Diogo and your brother André Silva. Much strength to the whole family!!"
Former Liverpool forward Sadio Mané, who played alongside Jota at Anfield, shared a rest in peace emoji accompanied by a sad face emoji to express his grief.
Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe wrote: "Deepest condolences, support and thoughts are with those involved, their family and loved ones. Rest in peace Diogo and Andre."
Darwin Nunez, Jota's teammate at Liverpool, shared a heartfelt message: "There are no words of comfort for so such pain. I will always remember you for your smile, as a good companion on and off the pitch."
Liverpool's Response
Liverpool Football Club released an official statement expressing their devastation at the loss of their forward, who had been with the club since 2020 after joining from Wolverhampton Wanderers.
Former Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp also expressed his heartbreak over the news, having signed Jota during his tenure at the club.
Jota had established himself as a key player for Liverpool, known for his clinical finishing and versatility across the forward line. His untimely death comes as a significant loss to both his club and the Portuguese national team.
The football world continues to mourn as tributes pour in from players, clubs, and fans worldwide for the talented forward who was taken too soon.
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