A tragic end to a brilliant career

The death of Diogo Jota continues to shake the football world. The Liverpool FC and Portugal national team striker lost his life on July 4 in a tragic car accident in Zamora, Spain, alongside his brother André Silva. At just 28, Jota was living the best moment of his life—both professionally and personally—fresh off winning titles, newly married, and with his sights set on the 2026 World Cup.

The goal no one knew would be his last

On April 2, 2025, Diogo Jota scored what would become his final professional goal, in one of the most iconic settings: the Merseyside derby between Liverpool and Everton. In a tense match, the Portuguese forward pounced on a rebound outside the box, weaved past two defenders, and unleashed a powerful right-footed shot that beat Jordan Pickford, sealing a 1–0 victory for the Reds.

That goal, celebrated with fire and passion, unknowingly became his last roar on the pitch—an emotional send-off from a player who always stepped up in the big moments.

A legacy in numbers

With that goal, Jota reached 150 goals in his professional career, a testament to a journey marked by talent, hard work, and relentless growth:

• 65 goals with Liverpool
• 44 with Wolverhampton Wanderers
• 18 with Paços de Ferreira
• 9 with Porto
• 14 with the Portuguese national team

More than just numbers, Jota was deeply respected by teammates, rivals, and coaches alike. His adaptability, tactical intelligence, and competitive spirit made him a key figure both at club and international level.

A farewell that hurts even more

That goal against Everton wasn’t just another score. It was the final glimpse of the football he still had left to give—a snapshot of a career entering its prime. Today, that strike at Anfield echoes as an unplanned but unforgettable goodbye.