Rivalry Set Aside as Manchester United Pays Tribute to Late Liverpool Star Diogo Jota and His Brother
The football world unites in grief as Manchester United sends condolences after the tragic deaths of Diogo Jota and his brother André in a car crash
- Diogo Jota and his brother André died in a car crash in Spain
- The accident occurred just two weeks after Jota’s wedding
- Manchester United paid tribute, offering condolences to Liverpool and the Jota family
Manchester United have paid a heartfelt tribute to Liverpool forward Diogo Jota following his tragic death in a car crash in Spain.
The 28-year-old footballer and his younger brother, André Jota, were both killed in the early hours of Thursday after their vehicle crashed and caught fire on the A-52 highway in the province of Zamora, northwestern Spain.
Jota, who had just married his long-time partner Rute Cardoso two weeks earlier, was enjoying the off-season when the fatal accident occurred.
The couple, together since 2012, share three children. Jota had recently posted wedding photos on social media, captioned: “June 22, 2025. Yes to forever.”
Manchester United took to social media to offer their condolences in a rare and touching gesture, writing:
“Our deepest condolences are with the loved ones of Diogo Jota and his brother André, and everyone connected with Liverpool FC following today’s heartbreaking news.”
According to Spanish outlet zamora24horas.com, the emergency services were alerted shortly after 12:30 a.m. when multiple calls reported a burning car left on the road.
Firefighters, the Traffic Civil Guard, and the Castilla y León Emergency Coordination Centre all responded, but both men were pronounced dead at the scene.
The loss of Jota has sent shockwaves through the football community, with tributes pouring in from teammates, clubs, and fans around the world.
Known for his sharp attacking instinct and relentless work ethic, Jota had become a key figure for both Liverpool and the Portuguese national team.
As the football world unites in grief, Manchester United’s emotional message underscores how moments like these transcend rivalries, reminding everyone of the fragility of life and the bond shared by the footballing family.
