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Indian Express
11-07-2025
- Sport
- Indian Express
WATCH: Mohammed Siraj pays tribute to Diogo Jota after taking Jamie Smith's wicket at Lord's during IND vs ENG 3rd Test
India seamer Mohammed Siraj pulled out a heartwarming tribute for Portugal and Liverpool footballer Diogo Jota, who died in a car accident last week. The pacer had snapped up England wicketkeeper Jamie Smith for 51 at Lord's during the second day of the 3rd Test match and then paid his respects to Jota. As soon as he got the wicket, Siraj gestured the number 20 with both hands and then pointed towards the heavens. The '20' gesture was because Jota used to wear jersey number 20 when playing for Liverpool. This is also not the first time Siraj had brought out a celebration linked with football with the India pacer frequently doing the famous Cristiano Ronaldo 'Siuuu' celebration as well. Jota's death at the age of 28 was received with shock and grief around the world of football and beyond. The crashed occured near Zamora in northwestern Spain and a statement from the Provincial Council confirmed the deaths on the A-52 (Palacios de Sanabria). 𝐍𝐨 𝟐𝐧𝐝 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐃𝐒𝐏 😉#JamieSmith survived once, but no escape this time from #MohammedSiraj! 👀 Will #TeamIndia bundle England out under 400? 🤔#ENGvIND 👉 3rd TEST, DAY 2 | LIVE NOW on JioHotstar 👉 — Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) July 11, 2025 Jota and his brother Andre Silva, who played for Penafiel in the Portuguese second division, were believed to have been driving to a ferry in Spain to travel to Britain when their Lamborghini veered off the road and burst into flames after midnight on Thursday. They were buried in their hometown of Gondomar in northern Portugal on Saturday. The Liverpool forward was a part of the UEFA Nations League-winning Portugal squad, led by Ronaldo, and also played in the final against Spain. After the 40-year-old Ronaldo scored the equaliser and exited the field with an injury before the end of 90 minutes, Jota came on as a substitute for the last 15 minutes of extra time before Portugal clinched the title 5-3 on penalties. Ronaldo was among the plethora of figures from the football world who expressed grief. 'It doesn't make sense. Just now we were together in the National Team, just now you had gotten married. To your family, your wife, and your children, I send my condolences and wish them all the strength in the world. I know you will always be with them. Rest in Peace, Diogo and André. We will all miss you.'
Time of India
09-07-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Diogo Jota possibly driving the Lamborghini car and above speed limit, says Spanish Police report on crash
Liverpool player Diogo Jota died in a car crash in Spain. Liverpool and Portugal forward Diogo Jota , 28, and his brother Andre Silva, 26, died in a car crash near Zamora in northwestern Spain when their Lamborghini veered off the road and burst into flames after midnight on Thursday. In a preliminary report this week, Spanish police have said that Jota was driving the vehicle at the time of the crash, with investigators examining tire marks to determine if excessive speed was a factor. The Civil Guard in Zamora issued a statement regarding the ongoing investigation into the tragic incident that occurred on the A-52 near Palacios de Sanabria. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! "The expert report is being prepared and finalised. Among other things, the marks left by one of the vehicle's wheels are being examined. All the evidence so far indicates that the driver of the crashed vehicle was Diogo Jota. The expert report is not yet complete, but as it is subject to judicial review, it will be submitted to the Puebla de Sanabria court," the Civil Guard stated. The Provincial Council confirmed the deaths and emergency response details in their statement: "The Rionegro del Puente Fire Station (Northern Zone of the @DiputacionZA Consortium) responded. The vehicle caught fire, and the flames spread to the vegetation. They were 28 and 26 years old. RIP." The brothers were reportedly traveling to a ferry in Spain to journey to Britain when the accident occurred. Forensics teams are currently analysing the tire marks on the asphalt, which indicate a possible tire burst. Tributes laid for Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva at Anfield in Liverpool. (Getty Images) The final police report will be submitted to the local court before being made public. The investigation is focusing on determining whether excessive speed contributed to the crash. Jota and his brother Andre Silva, who played for Penafiel in the Portuguese second division, were laid to rest in their hometown of Gondomar in northern Portugal on Saturday. The Liverpool forward was part of Portugal's UEFA Nations League-winning squad and had recently participated in the final against Spain, where he came on as a substitute in the last 15 minutes of extra time after Cristiano Ronaldo 's exit due to injury. Mourners including Liverpool players Andrew Robertson, Virgil van Dijk and Joe Gomez react as the coffins of Diogo Jota and his brother André Silva are carried outside the church during their funeral in Gondomar, near Porto, Portugal. (AP) Cristiano Ronaldo shared his grief through a heartfelt message: "It doesn't make sense. Just now we were together in the National Team, just now you had gotten married. To your family, your wife, and your children, I send my condolences and wish them all the strength in the world. I know you will always be with them. Rest in Peace, Diogo and André. We will all miss you." The news of Jota's death has deeply affected the football community worldwide. The forward had married his wife, Rute Cardoso, just two weeks prior to the accident in a ceremony in Porto. Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
Indian Express
08-07-2025
- Indian Express
Diogo Jota was possibly driving above speed limit when he crashed, says Spanish Police
Liverpool and Portugal forward Diogo Jota was driving and possibly speeding the Lamborghini car when it crashed, killing him and his brother Andre Silva, Spanish police has said in a preliminary report. According to Reuters, the forensics team is analysing the marks left by the wheels of one of the cars on the asphalt indicates a tire burst. Police said in its team that the forensics team is trying to determine if excessive speed is the reason for the marks. The police will send its final report to the local court before it is made public. 'The expert report is being prepared and finalised,' said the Civil Guard in Zamora in a statement on Tuesday. 'Among other things, the marks left by one of the vehicle's wheels are being examined. All the evidence so far indicates that the driver of the crashed vehicle was Diogo Jota. The expert report is not yet complete, but as it is subject to judicial review, it will be submitted to the Puebla de Sanabria court.' Jota's death at the age of 28 was received with shock and grief around the world of football and beyond. The crashed occured near Zamora in northwestern Spain and a statement from the Provincial Council confirmed the deaths on the A-52 (Palacios de Sanabria). 'The Rionegro del Puente Fire Station (Northern Zone of the @DiputacionZA Consortium) responded. The vehicle caught fire, and the flames spread to the vegetation. They were 28 and 26 years old. RIP.' Jota and his brother Andre Silva, who played for Penafiel in the Portuguese second division, were believed to have been driving to a ferry in Spain to travel to Britain when their Lamborghini veered off the road and burst into flames after midnight on Thursday. They were buried in their hometown of Gondomar in northern Portugal on Saturday. The Liverpool forward was a part of the UEFA Nations League-winning Portugal squad, led by Ronaldo, and also played in the final against Spain. After the 40-year-old Ronaldo scored the equaliser and exited the field with an injury before the end of 90 minutes, Jota came on as a substitute for the last 15 minutes of extra time before Portugal clinched the title 5-3 on penalties. Ronaldo was among the plethora of figures from the football world who expressed grief. 'It doesn't make sense. Just now we were together in the National Team, just now you had gotten married. To your family, your wife, and your children, I send my condolences and wish them all the strength in the world. I know you will always be with them. Rest in Peace, Diogo and André. We will all miss you.' Jota is survived by his wife, Rute Cardoso, whom he married only two weeks ago in a ceremony in Porto and three children.
Indian Express
03-07-2025
- Sport
- Indian Express
‘It doesn't make sense…': Cristiano Ronaldo pays tribute to Diogo Jota after Portugal teammate's death in tragic car crash
Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo paid a heartfelt tribute to his national teammate Diogo Jota, who tragically passed away in a car crash while holidaying in Spain with his brother, Andre Silva. Jota and Silva suffered the horrific accident in Zamora, with local authorities first confirming the news. A statement from Zamora Provincial Council read: 'Two young people die in an accident on the A-52 (Palacios de Sanabria). 'The Rionegro del Puente Fire Station (Northern Zone of the @DiputacionZA Consortium) responded. The vehicle caught fire, and the flames spread to the vegetation. 'They were 28 and 26 years old. RIP.' The Liverpool forward was a part of the UEFA Nations League-winning Portugal squad, led by Ronaldo, and also played in the final against Spain. After the 40-year-old Ronaldo scored the equaliser and exited the field with an injury before the end of 90 minutes, Jota came on as a substitute for the last 15 minutes of extra time before Portugal clinched the title 5-3 on penalties. Jota is survived by his wife, Rute Cardoso, whom he married only two weeks ago in a ceremony in Porto and three children. Não faz sentido. Ainda agora estávamos juntos na Seleção, ainda agora tinhas casado. À tua familia, à tua mulher e aos teus filhos, envio os meus sentimentos e desejo-lhes toda a força do mundo. Sei que estarás sempre com eles. Descansem em Paz, Diogo e André. Vamos todos sentir… — Cristiano Ronaldo (@Cristiano) July 3, 2025 Ronaldo wrote: 'It doesn't make sense. Just now we were together in the National Team, just now you had gotten married. To your family, your wife, and your children, I send my condolences and wish them all the strength in the world. I know you will always be with them. Rest in Peace, Diogo and André. We will all miss you.' Jota made 49 appearances for Portugal since his debut in 2019 and joined Liverpool from Wolverhampton Wanderers in the summer of 2020, making 182 appearances for the club. Jota scored 65 goals and provided 26 assists for Liverpool, contributing to two Premier League titles, including the recently concluded 2024-25 season. 'Liverpool Football Club are devastated by the tragic passing of Diogo Jota,' a club statement read. 'The club have been informed the 28-year-old has passed away following a road traffic accident in Spain along with his brother, Andre. 'Liverpool FC will be making no further comment at this time and request the privacy of Diogo and Andre's family, friends, teammates and club staff is respected as they try to come to terms with an unimaginable loss. 'We will continue to provide them with our full support.' The Portuguese Football Federation also stated that they have requested that the UEFA observe a minute's silence before the national team's match against Spain in the Women's European Championship on Thursday.
