Diogo Jota: Devastating aftermath of Liverpool star's car crash revealed

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Liverpool star Diogo Jota and his brother have died after a car crash in Spain this morning. Jota, 28, was killed when their Lamborghini left the road in Zamora in the northwest of the country. Spanish police have confirmed that their vehicle suffered a tyre blow out while overtaking another car. It burst into flames moments after the crash and it is not known who was driving. His death comes less than two weeks after he married Rute Cardoso, the mother of his three children – two sons and a baby daughter. He posted a video of their wedding on Instagram just yesterday. Jota joined Liverpool from Wolverhampton Wanderers in 2020 for £40million. The Portugal international has been a key figure at Anfield, winning the Premier League title last season under Arne Slot. He previously played for Paços de Ferreira, Porto and Atletico Madrid and won 49 caps for his country. More Trending His brother, Andre, 26, was also a footballer, playing for Portuguese side Penafiel. A statement from The Guardia Civil said: ‘The information we have so far is that the car, which was a Lamborghini, was in a road traffic accident and left the road due to a tyre blowout while overtaking. ‘It was in the early hours, 00:30 BST, in the municipality of Cernadilla in the province of Zamora. The car caught on fire and the two occupants were killed.’ Follow all the developments on Diogo Jota’s death with Metro’s LIVE blog. Live Feed Sort: Jota tributes at Wimbledon despite strict rules Wimbledon will allow players to break the strict all-white dress code at the All England Club to pay tribute to Diogo Jota. Wimbledon has arguably the strictest dress code of any sporting event, with competitors told they ‘must be dressed in suitable tennis attire that is almost entirely white and this applies from the point at which the player enters the court surround.’ Some tennis players will be keen to pay their respect to Jota at Wimbledon and have been given permission to wear black armbands on court by All England Club officials. Portuguese star Francisco Cabral is expected to do so in his next round match. Read more on the story below: Dalglish ‘thinking and praying’ for Jota family One of the most iconic figures in Liverpool history in Kenny Dalglish has paid his emotional tribute to Jota. Diogo Jota’s tragic death: All you need to know Details over what caused the death of Liverpool star Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva have continued to emerge since the tragic news broke this morning. All the day’s developments can be found here: Liverpool flags at half-mast Flags at Anfield have been lowered to half-mast following this morning’s tragic news. Prince William ‘deeply saddened’ The Prince of Wales is ‘deeply saddened’ by the death of Diogo Jota and his brother in Spain. Prince William, who is a Patron of the Football Association, said: ‘Our thoughts are with his family, friends, and all who knew him.’ Jota had lunch with wife and children yesterday Diogo Jota was in Spain attending a close friend’s wedding. Portuguese newspaper Record report the Liverpool star attended the wedding over the weekend before having lunch with his wife and children yesterday in Leça da Palmeira. ‘Heartbroken’ Jurgen Klopp sends condolences Writing on Instagram, the former Liverpool manager, who brought Jota to Anfield from Wolves, said: ‘This is a moment where I struggle! ‘There must be a bigger purpose! But I can’t see it! ‘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! Rest in peace – Love J.’ Darwin Nunez pays tribute to Liverpool teammate Darwin Nunez is one of the first Liverpool players to pay tribute to Diogo Jota on social media. ‘There are no words of comfort for so much pain,’ the Uruguayan striker said on Instagram. ‘I will always remember you with your smile, as a good companion on and off the field. ‘I send all my strength to his family, from where he is I’m sure he will always be with you, especially his wife and three children. ‘May he rest in peace. Diogo and Andre.’ More details emerging of Jota’s journey at time of crash Reports in Portugal say that the Liverpool forward was heading to Santander to catch a ferry to the UK after being advised not to fly following lung surgery. More details below: Site of Jota’s car crash described as ‘one of worst roads in Spain’ Jota’s car is believed to have crashed on the A-52 at Cernadilla near Zamora in northwestern Spain, close to the border with Portugal. A recent poll by Spain’s Organisation of Users and Consumers found that Spanish drivers ranked the A-52 as one of the worst routes in the country due to the road condition and the lack of safety barriers. The 1,259 drivers who were quizzed also cited the excessive amount of roadworks as an issue. Footage of Jota’s car on fire after accident Footage has now emerged of what is reported to be Jota’s car engulfed in flames at the side of the road. To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video Up Next Previous Page Next Page First pictures of crash scene emerge LeBron James ‘sends prayers’ to Jota NBA legend Lebron James has also paid tribute to Jota. James, a huge Liverpool fans, is also a partner of Fenway Sports Group, Liverpool’s owners. PM Keir Starmer ‘devastated’ for Jota family ‘This is devastating news. I’m sure I speak for everyone in saying our first thoughts are going to be with his family and his friends in particular. ‘But it is devastating and it is really important that we bear in mind just how difficult a period it will be for his friends and for his family.’ To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video Up Next Previous Page Next Page Cristiano Ronaldo: ‘This doesn’t make any sense’ Cristiano Ronaldo played alongside Jota in the Portugal national team, part of the same team at Euro 2020 and Euro 2024 having also won the Nations League together just last month. Liverpool fans ‘heartbroken’ Liverpool fans at Anfield and all around the city have been paying their respects. To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video Up Next Previous Page Next Page Women’s Euros to observe minute’s silence Uefa have confirmed a moment of silence will take place ahead of today’s and tomorrow’s Women’s European Championship fixtures in memory of the Jota and his brother Andre. Portugal are in action tonight against Spain. Everton and Man Utd send support to Liverpool Clubs up and down the country have joined the outpouring of grief with Liverpool’s arch-rivals Everton and Manchester United sending their support. Jota’s heartbreaking final Instagram post Jota paid an emotional tribute to his wife in his last Instagram post just 24 hours before his tragic death. 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