RIP Diogo Jota: Football world reacts to the tragic death of Liverpool star
Liverpool footballer Diogo Jota and his younger brother André Silva have died in a car accident in Spain, police confirmed on Thursday. The tragic incident occurred near the western Spanish city of Zamora, where their vehicle veered off the road.
Authorities reported that no other vehicles were involved, and an investigation is underway to determine the cause of the crash.
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Jota, 28, was a prominent figure in both Liverpool FC and Portugal's national team. His 25-year-old brother André Silva played for Portuguese club Penafiel in the lower leagues.
The heartbreaking news has sent shockwaves across the footballing world, with tributes pouring in as fans and players mourn the untimely loss of the two brothers.
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