
The football world has been left in shock following reports that Diogo Jota, Liverpool’s Portuguese forward, has tragically died in a car crash involving a Lamborghini Huracán EVO.
The crash reportedly occurred on the M62 near the outskirts of Zamora at approximately 00:30. According to early reports, Jota was driving the vehicle accompanied by his younger brother when the Lamborghini lost control and collided with the central barrier at high speed. Emergency services arrived swiftly, but Jota and his brother were both pronounced dead at the scene.
Authorities have not yet confirmed the full cause of the crash, but sources say that no alcohol or drugs were involved, and weather conditions were described as “moderate but slippery.”
Shortly after news broke, Lamborghini’s official X (formerly Twitter) account posted the following message:
@Lamborghini
“We are deeply saddened to learn of the tragic death of @DiogoJota18. A true talent lost far too soon. Our thoughts are with his family, his brother, and everyone at @LFC. Rest in peace. 🖤 #ForzaJota #GoneTooSoon”
Tributes have poured in from around the world, with fans, teammates, and celebrities expressing disbelief and heartbreak.
Jota, who was just 28, had become a fan favorite at Liverpool since joining in 2020, known for his lethal finishing and relentless pressing. His passing marks one of the darkest days in recent football history.