Liverpool and Portugal forward Diogo Jota has tragically passed away at the age of 28 following a road accident in Spain.
The fatal crash occurred on the A-52 motorway, at kilometre 65, near the municipality of Palacios de Sanabria in the province of Zamora. Jota, born in 1996, was a key player for both Liverpool FC and the Portuguese national team. The news of his sudden passing has sent shockwaves through the footballing world and beyond.
The Spanish sports newspaper MARCA reported the incident on Thursday, confirming that Jota died at the scene of the accident. “Liverpool footballer Diogo Jota dies in a traffic accident in the province of Zamora,” the outlet stated, mourning the loss of the talented player.
Jota was highly regarded for his tenacity, goal-scoring instinct, and versatility on the pitch, earning the admiration of fans and teammates alike.
As of press time, further details surrounding the crash and funeral arrangements have yet to be announced.
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