Diogo Jota’s Lamborghini Engulfed in Flames After High-Speed Crash

On the early morning of Thursday, July 3, 2025, Liverpool forward Diogo Jota, 28, and his brother André Silva, 26, died in a tragic car accident. The crash occurred near Zamora, in northern Spain, when the Lamborghini they were driving went off the road.

Cause of the Accident: Tire Blowout

Reports suggest that a tire burst while Jota was trying to overtake another vehicle on the A-52 highway near the town of Cernadilla. The supercar lost control, rolled over, and caught fire. Emergency services arrived quickly but sadly could not save the two brothers.

Shocking Images Show the Aftermath

Video footage and photos released by Spanish media reveal the charred wreckage of the Lamborghini flipped on the side of the road. Tire marks and broken parts of the road’s central reservation show the crash’s violent impact.

A Recent Wedding and a Heartbreaking Loss

Diogo Jota had just married his longtime girlfriend, Rute Cardoso, 10 days before the accident. The couple, who have three children together, celebrated their wedding in Porto, Jota’s hometown. Jota had shared emotional posts about the wedding, calling it “a day we will never forget” and describing himself as the luckiest man alive.

Tributes from Football Community and Fans

The Portuguese Football Federation confirmed the deaths and expressed deep sorrow. Pedro Proença, the federation president, said:
“Diogo Jota was not only an amazing player but also an extraordinary person, respected by all. The loss of Diogo and André is an irreparable blow to Portuguese football.”

Liverpool FC and fans worldwide have also paid tribute to Jota, remembering his talent and joyful spirit on and off the field.

Career Highlights

Diogo Jota joined Liverpool in 2020 from Wolverhampton Wanderers. He quickly became a key player and helped Liverpool win the Premier League title in May 2025. He also earned nearly 50 caps playing for Portugal’s national team and was part of the squad that won the UEFA Nations League last month.

His brother André played professionally as well, representing FC Penafiel in Portugal’s second division.

Emergency Response Details

The crash was reported at around 12:30 am on July 3 on the A-52 highway. Local emergency services, including the Zamora Traffic Police and Fire Brigade, responded to the scene. Medical staff confirmed the deaths at the site.

This heartbreaking tragedy has left fans, teammates, and families devastated. UEFA has been asked to hold a minute’s silence before Portugal’s women’s team match against Spain as a mark of respect.