Sunderland pay tribute as Liverpool release statement about Diogo Jota’s death
Liverpool have today announced the heartbreaking passing of Diogo Jota.
Sunderland fans will be just as aware of this as anyone, but sometimes football takes a step back in times like this, and the community steps forward to show their love and support for a tragic loss.
Today, it was confirmed by Liverpool that their Portuguese superstar Jota had tragically passed away in a car accident this morning, with millions of supporters all around the world joining hands to send their condolences for such a heartbreaking loss.
Sunderland have now expressed their support for everyone affected by the incident in a post shared on social media.
Jota passing sends football community into mourning
Football clubs from all around Europe have sent their condolences to Liverpool, and the family of Jota, with his brother Andre, 26, also tragically losing his life in the crash.
Via a statement shared by Liverpool, it reads: “The club have been informed the 28-year-old has passed away following a road traffic accident in Spain along with his brother, Andre.
| Team | Appearances | Goals | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liverpool | 182 | 65 | 26 |
| Wolves | 131 | 44 | 19 |
| Paços Ferreira | 47 | 18 | 14 |
| FC Porto | 38 | 9 | 7 |
| Portugal NT | 49 | 14 | 12 |
“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.”
Sunderland reached out immediately with a reply that states: “Our thoughts are with Diogo’s family, friends, teammates, and everyone at Liverpool FC during this incredibly difficult time. Rest in peace.”
Liverpool statement shows some things are bigger than football
Jota had an illustrious career, having won nearly everything possible throughout his time with Liverpool and Portugal.
The 28-year-old only recently celebrated his Nations League triumph with his country before tying the knot with his wife just two weeks ago.
Having initially made his mark on English football during a spell at Wolves, Jota immediately became a fan favourite with the Reds as a result of his influence on the pitch and personality off it.
A bubbly character who never backed down when things weren’t going his way.
His sudden passing is devastating, and everyone will join forces to send their best wishes and condolences to his family and loved ones.
May Jota rest in peace.
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