The world of football is still plunged into pain after the death of Diogo Jota and his brother André Silva, who lost their lives in a car accident that occurred in Spain. This Saturday, hundreds of people gathered in the parent church of Gondomar, Portugal, To fire both players, on a day marked by silence, tears and tributes.
Among those present highlighted the Liverpool delegation, a club where Jota, headed by its virgil captain van dijk and Andy Robertson. Both players carried red flower crowns with numbers 20 and 30, in honor of the dorsals who used Diogo and André. The ceremony was a reflection of the love and respect that both brothers woke up in their community and worldwide.
One of the most moving images of the funeral was the presence of Ruben Neves, the best friend of Diogo Jota, who did not hesitate to travel from the United States, after finishing his participation in the Club World Cup, to say goodbye. Neves and Jota shared more than a decade of friendship, being partners in the youth selections of Portugal, in the Porto, in the Wolverhampton and in the selection absolute
The most emotional moment was when the farewell letter was known that Ruben Neves wrote for his friend: “More than a friendship, we are family, and we will not stop it just because now you decided to sign a contract a little further from us. When you go to the selection, you will continue by my side at dinner, on the bus, on the plane … You will always be there with me, as usual. “
The silence was the protagonist in the streets of Gondomar, while the brothers’ coffin was escorted by family, friends and figures of Portuguese sport. The attendees showed t -shirts, scarves and flags in tribute to the legacy of both players.
The images of the burial quickly turned the world, showing the magnitude of the tragedy and the impact caused by the loss of Diogo Jota, One of the most beloved and admired Portuguese soccer players today.
Amid pain, solidarity samples have not ceased. Several clubs, players and fans have sent messages of support to the family and the close environment of the brothers. The Portuguese Football Federation announced that all the games of the next day will begin with a minute of silence in their memory.
Portugal dismisses two of their favorite children, leaving an immense vacuum in football and in the hearts of millions of people who today cry their departure, but who also celebrate the indelible footprint they left on and off the courts.
Rest in Peace, Diogo and André. pic.twitter.com/sqitllvofu
– Liverpool FC (@LFC) July 5, 2025