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The Sun
20 hours ago
- Automotive
- The Sun
Notorious road where tragic Diogo Jota died in crash is accident blackspot riddled with deep potholes and 75mph bends
THE road Diogo Jota was killed on is "very dangerous" and notorious for accidents, according to local officials and drivers. Evil high-speed bends and deep potholes have spelled disaster for many motorists - with just-married Jota and his brother André, 26 its latest tragic victims. 11 11 11 11 Liverpool star Jota, 28, was killed late on Wednesday night when a tyre on his Lamborghini blew out and the car hurtled off the road, catching fire. The brothers were travelling through Zamora, Spain on the A-52 towards Santander, where they were to catch a ferry to the UK. A chorus of officials and local drivers have spoken out to warn about the perils of that particular high-speed dual carriageway. What we know so far: Angel Blanco, a central government representative for the province of Zamora, described the A-52 as 'very dangerous". Sources from Cernadilla town hall, close to where Diogo crashed, were quoted by local press as saying: 'As [the A-52] passes through Cernadilla it is full of bends at 120 kilometres per hour. 'Exceeding the speed limit or poor visibility at night tend are often the cause of accidents in these areas. 'Today it was two famous footballers, who had a great career ahead of them, but perhaps tomorrow the victims will be two more anonymous people.' The A-52 is the most dangerous road in the region, according to most recent annual accident report. Diogo Jota's classy act of humility left me and my U13s team stunned - he was a credit to his family and football There were more crashes along the route than any other nearby road, with a total of 19 in 2023, El Dia de Zamora reported. And the accidents are often fatal - with an average of 1.5 deaths per incident. Many of the crashes happen under good conditions - meaning a dry surface, good visibility and low traffic - suggesting the road itself poses danger. Drivers must content with various obstacles along the stretch - including animals. The area where Jota's Lamborghini Huracan flew off the tarmac is a black-spot for wolves. That region of Zamora is described as a "paradise" for the Ibernian wolf - and car collisions with the predators are not uncommon. 11 11 Deer are also common, and easy access to the for the animals poses a huge risk to drivers, according to Spanish newspaper La Razón. Complaints have been lodged about the poor safety conditions of the road to various organisations. In recent years, reports were filed to motorists' organisation AEA Club drawing attention to the treacherous potholes which "riddled" the roadsurface. One said: "The A-52 highway [...] is in poor condition with constant potholes, some of which are very dangerous," adding that the issue applied to the road in both directions. 11 There were more than 40 official pothole complaints made to Spain's transport ministry in a single month last year, according to local site La Opinión de Zamora. One family published a photo of a tyre that had been completely shredded by one of the hazards. A burst tyre is thought to be behind Jota's crash - though it isn't known what caused it. Photos from the scene show a single black tyre mark streaking into the verge. A separate 2018 complaint said a lack of signage almost caused a driver to crash because it failed to alert them an imminent lane ending. The driver wrote: "A-52 is a state-of-the-art motorway and doesn't deserve this safety flaw. Do a few cans of paint cost that much?" Jota was due to catch a ferry this morning after being advised not to take a plane due to a recent lung surgery, according to CNN Portugal. 11 11 The Portuguese ace had missed several matches last season after suffering a rib injury in October during a match against Chelsea. Jota was due to return to Liverpool to take part in the club's pre season games which start later this month. Emergency crews rushed to the crash site in the early hours of the morning and managed to put out the flames. Both brothers were tragically pronounced dead at the scene, according to the Zamora Provincial Council. Their bodies were taken to a forensics unit in Zamora so autopsies could be performed.
The Guardian
21 hours ago
- Automotive
- The Guardian
Diogo Jota, Liverpool and Portugal footballer, dies aged 28 in car crash
The Liverpool forward Diogo Jota has been killed in a car accident in north-western Spain. He was 28, a father of three young children and had married his long-term partner, Rute Cardoso, less than two weeks ago. Liverpool said they were devastated and tributes were paid by Portugal's prime minister and the country's football federation. It is understood that Jota and his brother, 26-year-old André, who was also killed, were travelling in a car that came off a road in the province of Zamora. André was a professional footballer with the second-tier Portuguese club Penafiel. The cause of the accident, which happened at about midnight on Wednesday, is not clear, but according to police reports the driver lost control after one of the car's rear tyres was punctured. The car, a Lamborghini, burst into flames and firefighters had to extinguish a blaze in the surrounding countryside caused by the accident. Jota joined Liverpool from Wolves in 2020 and scored 65 goals in 182 appearances for the club. He won the Premier League title, the FA Cup and League Cup with Liverpool and the Championship title with Wolves in 2018, and was a two-time winner of the Nations League with Portugal. He was an immensely popular figure in the Liverpool dressing room with a warm and friendly personality. 'Liverpool Football Club are devastated by the tragic passing of Diogo Jota,' said a club statement which also requested '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.' Jota and his partner were married in Porto on 22 June and announced the news in an Instagram post a few days ago. On Monday Rute shared more pictures from their wedding day and wrote: 'My dream came true.' Jota commented: 'I'm the lucky one.' They had met in high school and started going out in 2013, a year before he turned professional. Portugal's prime minister, Luís Montenegro, wrote on social media: 'The news of the death of Diogo Jota, an athlete who greatly honoured Portugal's name, and his brother is unexpected and tragic. I extend my deepest condolences to their family. It is a sad day for football and for national and international sports.' Pedro Proença, the president of the Portuguese FA, wrote on social media: 'The Portuguese football federation and the entire Portuguese football community are completely devastated by the death of Diogo Jota and his brother André Silva, this morning in Spain. Much more than a fantastic player, who played almost 50 matches for the national A team, Diogo Jota was an extraordinary person, respected by all his teammates and opponents, someone with an infectious joy and a reference in the community itself. 'On my behalf, and on behalf of the Portuguese Football Federation, I express my deepest condolences to the family and friends of Diogo and André Silva, as well as to Liverpool FC and FC Penafiel, the clubs where the players played respectively. 'The Portuguese football federation has already asked Uefa for a minute's silence this Thursday, before our team's match against Spain in the Women's European Championship. We have lost two champions. The passing of Diogo and André Silva represents irreparable losses for Portuguese football and we will do everything we can to honour their legacy every day.' The flag on Liverpool town hall has been lowered to half mast as a mark of respect for Jota and his brother.
Daily Mail
a day ago
- Sport
- Daily Mail
Former Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp issues emotional tribute to 'great friend' Diogo Jota after his death aged 28
Former Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp says he is 'heartbroken' after the death of Diogo Jota in a car crash in Spain. Jota had been brought to Liverpool under Klopp's management, joining from Wolves in a £45million deal. The forward played under Klopp for four seasons, before the German stepped down Liverpool manager at the end of the 2024-25 season. Klopp reacted to the tragic news on Instagram, paying tribute to a 'great friend' and 'fantastic player. 'This is a moment where I struggle! There must be a bigger purpose! But I can't see it,' Klopp wrote. 'I'm heartbroken to hear about the passing of Diogo and his brother André. 'Diogo was a not only a fantastic player, but also a great friend, a loving and caring husband and father! We will miss you so much! 'All my prayers, thoughts and power to Rute, the kids, the family, the friends and everyone who loved them!
Yahoo
a day ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
The football world pays tribute to Diogo Jota
The news of Diogo Jota's passing this Thursday morning in Spain has sent shockwaves through the football world. Players and clubs have paid tribute to the Portuguese international, starting with his team Liverpool. Advertisement The club has lowered its flags at Anfield, while numerous supporters have laid down flowers in front of the Reds' stadium. 📸 Jess Hornby - 2025 Getty Images On social media, Cristiano Ronaldo also paid tribute to his teammate on the national team, and to Diogo's younger brother, André, who also passed away in the accident. "It doesn't make sense. We were just together on the national team, and then you got married. To your family, your wife and children, I send my condolences and wish them all the strength in the world. I know you'll always be with them. Rest in peace, Diogo and André. We will all miss you." Advertisement Other players have also shared their sadness at the news. UEFA announced that a minute of silence will be held before Thursday and Friday's matches at the Women's Euros. This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇫🇷 here. 📸 Jess Hornby - 2025 Getty Images
Yahoo
a day ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Diogo Jota dies in tragic road accident in Spain
The football world is in mourning. The Portuguese Football Federation confirmed, through an official note on social media, the death of Diogo Jota. Liverpool forward and his brother André tragically passed away following a car accident that occurred in the early hours of Thursday, in Zamora, northern Spain. Advertisement According to Spanish press, the accident occurred around 00:40. The vehicle in which the Portuguese international was traveling left the road and caught fire, with the flames spreading to the surrounding vegetation. Emergency teams were immediately called and quickly went to the scene. Jota was 28 years old and had married Rute Cardoso last month. The couple has three children. His brother André was also a professional footballer, representing Penafiel, from the Portuguese League 2. Liverpool said they are "devastated by the news". In a statement, the club said they will not make further comments and asked that "the privacy of Diogo and André's family, friends, teammates and club staff be respected, as they try to deal with an unimaginable loss". Advertisement "We will continue to provide them with all our support", wrote the English club. This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇧🇷 here. 📸 Carlos Rodrigues - 2024 Getty Images
