THE SOCCER world is mourning the death of beloved Liverpool FC star Diogo Jota.
The 28-year-old Portuguese professional footballer's death has shocked many people.
The talented forward died in a tragic car crash alongside his brother Andre in Spain on Thursday, 3 July, just five days after his wedding.
Jota recently shared pictures of his wedding that happened a few days ago.
His sudden death was confirmed by his club Liverpool on their website and social media on Thursday.
"Liverpool Football Club are devastated by the tragic passing of Diogo Jota. The club have been informed the 28-year-old has passed away following a traffic accident in Spain along with his brother, Andre.
"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 statement said.
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Other tributes from popular international clubs and players posted on X.
• Manchester City said: "Everyone at Manchester City is shocked and saddened to learn about the devastating news regarding the passing of Diogo Jota. We send our heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and everyone at Liverpool Football Club during this difficult time. Rest in peace, Diogo."
• Cristiano Ronaldo said: "It doesn't make sense. Just now we were together in the National Team, just now you had 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."
• Premier League said: "Everyone at the Premier League is shocked and devastated to learn of the tragic passing of Diogo Jota and his brother André. Our sincerest condolences go to Diogo's family, friends, Liverpool FC, and all their supporters at this heartbreaking time. Football has lost a champion who will be forever missed. We will continue to support our friends and colleagues at the club."
• Chelsea FC said: "Everyone at Chelsea FC is devastated to learn of the tragic passing of Diogo Jota and his brother, André. Our thoughts go out to their family, friends, and all at Liverpool FC during this incredibly difficult time."
• Tottenham Hotspur said: "Everyone at Tottenham Hotspur is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Diogo Jota. Our thoughts and condolences are with his family, friends, and all at Liverpool Football Club at this incredibly difficult time."
