Cristiano Ronaldo has shared a touching tribute following the tragic death of Diogo Jota and his brother Andre.
The two brothers died in a car accident in Zamora, Spain, just weeks after Jota got married and celebrated international success with Portugal.
Jota, 28, was a key player for Liverpool and the Portuguese national team. He recently helped Portugal win the Nations League and had been enjoying a happy period in his personal life. His sudden death has left fans, teammates, and the entire football world stunned.
Ronaldo, one of Portugal’s most iconic players, had recently played alongside Jota. The news has clearly shaken him.
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Cristiano Ronaldo pays tribute to fallen teammate Diogo Jota
The five-time Ballon d’Or winner took to social media to share his grief. He wrote:
“It doesn’t make sense. Just now we were together in the National Team, just now you had gotten married.”
Ronaldo continued: “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 Andre. We will all miss you.”
The post quickly went viral, with fans and players across the globe joining in the mourning.
Jota joined Liverpool in 2020 from Wolves and made a strong impact. He scored 65 goals in 182 games for the Reds and won several trophies, including last season’s Premier League title.
The crash occurred after midnight on a highway in northern Spain. Local reports say the car veered off the road and caught fire. Spanish authorities are still investigating the cause.
Jota had just married his longtime partner, Rute Cardoso, on June 22. They had three children together.
This loss has hit Portugal hard. It’s not just about football — it’s about a life cut short far too soon.