Diogo Jota 1996-2025: a footballing life in pictures

 

Liverpool and Portugal forward Diogo Jota tragically passed away in a car accident on Thursday, July 3rd, at the age of 28, alongside his brother, André.

Jota’s passing has sent shockwaves through the football world. Known for his relentless work rate, sharp instincts in front of goal, and humble personality off the pitch, Jota leaves behind a legacy of excellence and passion for the game.

🏆 A Glimpse into His Career Highlights

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📸 Young Jota at Paços de Ferreira – where his professional journey began.

📸 Jota arrives at Atlético Madrid – after impressing in Portugal, he signs with the Spanish giants.

📸 Signs for FC Porto – returns to Portugal to continue his development.

📸 Alongside his brother André at Porto – football was always a family affair.

📸 Signs for Wolves, 2017 – the move that propelled him into Premier League stardom.

📸 Makes his Portugal senior debut – rewarded for his consistent club form.

📸 Signs for Liverpool, 2020 – joining one of Europe’s elite.

Jota finishes deftly to score against Arsenal and take Liverpool through the 2022 League Cup final.

Jota scores in the 2022 World Cup qualifying playoff semi-final first leg match between Portugal and Turkey in Porto on 24 March 2022.

Jota (bottom left), joins his teammates in celebration after he scored in the penalty shootout to defeat Chelsea in the 2022 League Cup final.

Jota holds the FA Cup during an open-top bus parade to celebrate Liverpool’s domestic cup double in 2022.

Jota suffered an injury-hit 2022-23, showing his emotion as he hit a dramatic injury-time winner against Tottenham in April of that season.

Jota poses with the trophy after Portugal defeated Spain in the 2025 Nations League final.

Jota lifts the Premier League trophy at Anfield in May 2025. The crowning glory of his career.