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Joao Felix says late Jota ‘will forever be part of football history’

Joao Felix said on Monday that Portugal team-mate and close friend Diogo Jota will “forever be a part of football history” following the Liverpool star’s death aged 28.

Jota was killed along with his brother Andre Silva when their Lamborghini went off the road in northern Spain on July 3.

Just 11 days prior to the accident, the Portuguese forward had married Rute Cardoso, the mother of his three children.

The Premier League remembered Jota over the weekend in a series of moving tributes.

Adding his voice to the outpouring of grief across the football world, Felix looked visibly moved as he spoke about his good friend and international colleague.

Felix, who was among the mourners at the brothers’ funeral, said: “Diogo to me was one of my best friends in the national team, he was always part of our mini group in the national team, those of us who were always together.

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“I knew his family, especially his parents, an incredible family.”

Speaking in Hong Kong, where Joao Felix is with his new team, Al Nassr, for this week’s Saudi Super Cup, the 25-year-old added: “I think he will forever be a part of football history, he will remain in the hearts of those who were already close to him.

“After that day, every time we go on the field, we will remember him and play in part for him.”

The attacker Felix joined fellow Portuguese Cristiano Ronaldo at Saudi Arabia’s Al Nassr late last month, moving from Chelsea in a reported deal worth up to 43.7 million pounds ($58 million).

Felix, who has also played for Benfica, Atlético Madrid, Barcelona, and AC Milan, will reportedly earn $10 million per year.

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Liverpool to remember Diogo Jota with permanent tribute

Liverpool are to create a permanent tribute to remember former player Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva who died in a car crash earlier this month, the Premier League champions announced on Saturday.

Father of three Jota died alongside his brother on July 3, 11 days after marrying his long-term partner Rute Cardoso, after their car came off the road and burst into flames in northern Spain.

A large number of tributes in the shape of flowers, scarves, cards, and jerseys have been left at Anfield, which Liverpool said would form the basis for the permanent monument.

“The thousands of physical tributes outside Anfield have been gradually removed over the course of the last week and carefully separated and safely stored,” the club said in a statement.

“Floral tributes will then be composted and used in flower beds across all club sites, including Anfield, the AXA Training Centre, and AXA Melwood Training Centre.

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“The remaining artefacts will be recycled by a specialist company and used to help create a permanent memorial sculpture that will become a future focal point of remembrance at Anfield.”

The club also said that players will have a “Forever 20” emblem – referencing Jota’s now-retired shirt number printed on their shirts and stadium jackets for the season.

“When LFC’s new kits are launched on August 1, players will display their own tribute with a specially made ‘Forever 20’ emblem printed into their shirts and stadium jackets, which will remain in place for the season,” the statement added.

Liverpool paid tribute to Diogo Jota and Andre Silva during their friendly at Preston a fortnight ago and will hold their main commemoration, which will feature a fan mosaic and a minute of silence, before they kick off the new season at home to Bournemouth on August 15.

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Wolves induct Diogo Jota into Hall of Fame

Wolverhampton Wanderers, commonly known as Wolves, have posthumously inducted Portuguese forward Diogo Jota into their Hall of Fame, honouring the late star’s significant contributions to the club.

Jota tragically lost his life in a car accident earlier this month, along with his younger brother Silva.

The fatal crash occurred near Zamora in northwestern Spain on July 3, reportedly as the two were travelling to the UK ahead of Liverpool’s pre-season.

Local reports confirmed that their vehicle veered off the road in the early hours and caught fire. Both brothers were declared dead at the scene.

Jota had joined Wolves in 2017 and quickly became a fan favourite, playing a pivotal role in the club’s promotion to the Premier League in 2018.

His consistent performances earned him a move to Liverpool in 2020, where he made 182 appearances and scored 65 goals across all competitions.

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On the international stage, Diogo Jota earned 49 caps for Portugal and was seen as a key figure in the national setup.

Wolves’ director of football administration, Matt Wild, remembered Jota as more than just a footballer.

“Diogo was not only a phenomenal player, but someone who carried himself with humility and kindness throughout his time at Wolves. He will be sorely missed by all of us,” he said.

The Wolves Hall of Fame was created in 2008 to honour players who have left a lasting impact on the club’s history.

With this induction, Jota joins an elite group that includes legends like Billy Wright, Derek Dougan, and Steve Bull.

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Liverpool to honour Diogo Jota in return to action at Preston

Liverpool have announced a series of tributes to Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva when the Reds return to action on Sunday at Preston for the first time since the Portuguese international’s death.

The 28-year-old player was killed in a car crash near Zamora, northwestern Spain, alongside his brother, André.

The incident occurred on July 3 near Palacios de Sanabria on the Requejo Bajas Highway (A-52).

Liverpool’s return to pre-season training was delayed until Tuesday as a result.

However, the match at English Championship side Preston will go ahead as scheduled in the first of Liverpool’s pre-season friendlies.

A rendition of Liverpool’s anthem “You’ll Never Walk Alone” will be played prior to the 1400GMT kick-off, and Preston will lay a wreath in front of the away supporters.

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A minute of silence will be observed, with digital tributes displayed on the stadium’s big screen and on pitchside advertising boards.

Players from both teams will wear black armbands in honor of Diogo Jota.

Father of three Jota, who married his long-term partner Rute Cardoso 11 days before the accident, died alongside his brother after a Lamborghini they were travelling in came off the road and burst into flames.

Liverpool manager Arne Slot and a number of first-team players, led by captain Virgil van Dijk, attended Jota’s funeral last Saturday.

For the unversed, Diogo Jota debuted for Liverpool in 2020 and appeared in 182 matches for the club, amassing 65 goals across all competitions.

The 28-year-old was also pivotal in the club’s recent triumphs, which included their 2024-25 Premier League title, FA Cup victory in 2022, and League Cup victories in 2022 and 2024.

Apart from his club appearances, Jota also represented the Portugal national team in 49 matches, featuring in the UEFA Euro Tournament and the 2022 FIFA World Cup.

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New findings emerge in Diogo Jota’s car crash investigation

Spanish authorities have released new findings in the investigation into the tragic car crash that claimed the lives of Portuguese footballer Diogo Jota and his younger brother, André Silva, near Zamora last week.

Initial reports suggest that excessive speed may have been a contributing factor in the fatal accident.

According to international media reports on Tuesday, Jota was allegedly driving above the 120 km/h (75 mph) speed limit when his vehicle reportedly suffered a tyre blowout, leading to a fiery crash in northwestern Spain.

Spain’s Guardia Civil police confirmed that an expert forensic analysis is underway, with investigators examining physical evidence from the crash site, including tyre marks.

“The expert report is being carried out and finished, where among other things they are studying the marks left by one of the wheels of the vehicle,” a Civil Guard spokesperson said.

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“There is also the possibility that the speed limit for that road was exceeded, and all current evidence suggests that Diogo Jota himself was behind the wheel.”

Both Jota, 28, and his 25-year-old brother died at the scene of the accident.

Diogo Jota joined Liverpool FC from Wolverhampton Wanderers in 2020 and went on to make 182 appearances for the Merseyside club, scoring 65 goals across all competitions.

He was also a regular in the Portuguese national team setup, earning 49 caps and becoming a key figure for the Seleção in recent years.

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Wimbledon pays tribute to Diogo Jota after Liverpool star’s death

Wimbledon paid tribute to Diogo Jota after the Liverpool star’s death as Portugal’s Francisco Cabral wore a black ribbon during his doubles match on Friday.

Cabral was allowed to put the ribbon on his shirt sleeve for the second-round tie after the All England Club relaxed its strict all-white dress code to allow tributes to the Portugal forward.

Jota, 28, and his brother Andre Silva died in a car crash in northern Spain while traveling to catch a ferry to England ahead of the start of pre-season training.

The accident came just days after Jota’s wedding to Rute Cardoso, with whom he had three children.

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Cabral said he was driving to Wimbledon when he heard the news and praised Jota as “an idol, such an icon, such a good person”.

“I know what he’s been through, what he conquered through his career and through his life. So he’s just very inspiring for me,” he said after losing with Austrian partner Lucas Miedler against Czech duo Petr Nouza and Patrik Rikl.

“I just wish all the best for his family. I know they have good people around them so I hope they can get through it.”

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British doubles player Neal Skupski, a passionate Liverpool fan, had also brought a black armband for his match on Thursday but opted not to wear it.

He suggested he may wear one later in the tournament, saying: “Maybe in the next couple of days.”

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Cristiano Ronaldo’s heartfelt reaction to Diogo Jota’s tragic passing

Portuguese star footballer Cristiano Ronaldo has expressed his deep sorrow in a heartfelt tribute to his teammate Diogo Jota, who tragically passed away in a car crash in Spain.

Diogo Jota was with his brother Andre when their car crashed near Zamora in northwestern Spain and burst into flames.

The Portuguese Football Federation confirmed the Liverpool star’s death in the crash along with his brother on Thursday.

“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,” the Portuguese Football Federation said in a statement.

Following Diogo Jota’s tragic death, his Portuguese teammate, Cristiano Ronaldo, issued a statement mourning the footballer.

“It doesn’t make sense. Just now we were together in the National Team, just now you had gotten married,” Cristiano Ronaldo wrote in a post on Facebook.

“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,” he added.

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Liverpool FC also mourned the footballer’s devastating death in fatal car accident.

“The club have been informed the 28-year-old has passed away following a road traffic accident in Spain along with his brother, Andre,” the club wrote on social media.

“Liverpool FC will be making no further comment at this time and request the privacy of Diogo and Andre’s family, friends, teammates and club staff is respected as they try to come to terms with an unimaginable loss.

“We will continue to provide them with our full support,” the club added.

It is worth noting here that Diogo Jota was with Liverpool when they won the Premier League last season.

He also made 49 appearances for Portugal, winning the UEFA Nations League on two occasions.

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Liverpool mourns star Diogo Jota’s tragic death in car crash

Portuguese footballer Diogo Jota, who played for Liverpool FC, has tragically died in a car accident in Spain, according to the Spanish news agency EFE.

The 28-year-old player was killed near Zamora in northwestern Spain. His brother, André, also lost his life in the same accident, which occurred Thursday morning near Palacios de Sanabria on the Requejo Bajas Highway (A-52).

The accident took place at approximately 12:40 PM local time, and the car reportedly caught fire on the road.

Jota had tied the knot just ten days ago. He is survived by his wife and three children.

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According to the Spanish authorities, two male victims aged 28 and 25 were found dead at the place of the scene. The bodies of the deceased were taken to a forensic facility in Zamora for autopsies.

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Following the tragic news, Liverpool FC stated it is “heartbroken at the tragic passing of Jota.”

“The club have been informed the 28-year-old has passed away following a road traffic accident in Spain along with his brother, Andre,” the club wrote on social media.

“We will continue to provide them with our full support,” the club added.

For the unversed, Diogo Jota debuted for Liverpool in 2020 and appeared in 182 matches for the club, amassing 65 goals across all competitions.

The 28-year-old was also pivotal in the club’s recent triumphs, which included their 2024-25 Premier League title, FA Cup victory in 2022, and League Cup victories in 2022 and 2024.

Apart from his club appearances, Diogo Jota represented the Portugal national team in 49 matches, featuring in the UEFA Euro Tournament and the 2022 FIFA World Cup.

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