Several Liverpool FC players are expected to attend the funeral of Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva in Portugal on Saturday. The 28-year-old Portugal international and his brother passed away in a tragic crash in Zamora, northwestern Spain. The crash occurred just 11 days after Mr. Jota’s wedding to his partner Rute Cordoso, with whom he had three children. The bodies of the brothers have been repatriated to Portugal for the funeral, which is scheduled to take place at the Igreja Matriz de Gondomar church in their hometown. Liverpool players, many of whom are still on summer break, are likely to attend the funeral, with reports suggesting that the club has organized a flight to Portugal for them. Liverpool has not officially confirmed any arrangements for the players’ attendance.
The funeral for Mr Jota and Mr Silva is set to take place on Saturday, with Liverpool players expected to attend the service in Gondomar.Mr Jota, who joined Liverpool from Wolves last summer, scored 33 goals in all competitions in his debut season at Anfield. Mr Silva, his younger brother, played for Gondomar SC in Portugal’s fifth tier.Both brothers were found dead at their family home last weekend, with police treating their deaths as a domestic incident. Liverpool stars will attend the funeral of a footballer and his brother, with Nottingham Forest’s Jota Silva and Jota’s former Wolves and Portugal team-mate Joao Moutinho among the mourners. The president of the Portuguese Football Federation and Porto president also visited, while the country’s president and prime minister attended the wake. Tearful tributes were also paid at Anfield, where fans left flowers, shirts, scarves, and cards at a temporary shrine for Mr Jota. Former Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson laid down flowers and signed a book of condolence, describing Mr Jota as «a pleasure to be around» and expressing gratitude for everything he brought into the world. Liverpool FC and the Portuguese national team expressed devastation over Mr Jota’s tragic passing. Liverpool stars to attend funeral for footballer and his brother in heartfelt tribute
Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva will be laid to rest in Portugal on Saturday, with several Liverpool FC players expected to attend the funeral.
The 28-year-old Portugal international and his brother tragically lost their lives in a car crash in Zamora, Spain, which occurred at around 12.30am on Thursday. The authorities believe the crash was caused by a tire blowout while overtaking another vehicle, and it is being investigated as a possible speeding incident.
The fatal accident occurred just days after Mr. Jota’s wedding to his partner Rute Cordoso, leaving behind their three children.
Image: The aftermath of the crash. Pic: AP
Image: Andre Silva and Diogo Jota. Pic: FC Porto
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Their bodies have been brought back to Portugal for the funeral, scheduled to take place at 10am in the Igreja Matriz de Gondomar church, as confirmed by officials in their hometown of Gondomar. It is reported that Liverpool FC players will be attending the funeral, with the club arranging a flight to Portugal for them, although this has not been officially confirmed by the club.
Image: Father Joaquim arrived at the wake accompanied by other relatives.
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Mr Villa-Boas said the tragedy was a reminder of the «fragility of life» and added: «This is a moment to reflect and for all of us to appreciate every single second of our lives.»
Both Mr Jota and Mr Silva had been at a party in Porto on Thursday night, where they were seen laughing and joking with friends, before the accident happened on their way home.
The brothers were found by emergency services at around 7am on Friday morning after their car left the road and crashed into a tree.
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The tragic incident has left the football world in shock, with tributes pouring in from fans, players, and managers alike. Liverpool manager Arne Slot expressed his disbelief, saying «I wish I had the words but I know I do not» and emphasizing that Mr Jota «will never be forgotten». Former manager Jurgen Klopp also shared his sorrow, stating he was «heartbroken» by the news and questioning the greater purpose behind such a tragedy.
Among those paying tribute to Mr Jota is Mohamed Salah, Liverpool’s star forward, who admitted to dreading his return to the club following the devastating news. The team had planned to start pre-season testing, but the schedule was postponed as a mark of respect.
Liverpool fans and residents have also shared their thoughts on how the club should honor Mr Jota’s memory, reflecting on his impact both on and off the pitch.
Several Liverpool FC players are expected to attend the funeral for Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva in Portugal on Saturday. The 28-year-old Portugal international and his brother tragically died in a crash in Zamora, northwestern Spain, in the early hours of Thursday. The car they were traveling in, a Lamborghini, veered off the road due to a tire blowout while overtaking another vehicle, according to Spanish authorities.
The crash occurred just 11 days after Mr Jota’s wedding to his long-term partner Rute Cordoso, leaving behind three children. The sudden loss has sent shockwaves through the football community, prompting an outpouring of grief and support for the Jota family.
Pic: AP
Andre Silva and Diogo Jota. Pic: FC Porto
Father Joaquim arrived at the wake accompanied by other relatives. Pic: AP
Mr Jota’s wife, Rute, also attended the wake and was seen being comforted by family and friends as she paid her respects to her late husband and brother-in-law.
The tragic incident has sent shockwaves through the football community, with tributes pouring in from fans, players, and clubs around the world.
Mr Jota and Mr Silva will be deeply missed by their loved ones and the footballing world as a whole.
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