The football world woke up to devastating news of the passing of Portugal international and Liverpool star Diogo Joto.
The 28-year-old attacker perished alongside his brother in an accident that happened at Cernadilla near Zamora in northwestern Spain, near the border of Portugal.
Have a look at how football fans in Mzansi have mourned Jota who recently wedded his childhood sweetheart, after helping Liverpool win the Premier League and Portugal secure the Nations League final.
Life is too bloody unpredictable and short
Truly heartbreaking; moments like this shake you to the core. One day you’re celebrating love and life, and the next, everything changes. Life feels so fragile, unfair even, and in times like these, it’s hard not to question it all. But maybe that’s the reminder: to hold tighter to the people we love, speak our hearts more often, and not postpone the things that matter – Sizwe Dlamini Skizo
Very difficult for the family to lose two children at the same time. May their souls rest in peace, Jota and his brother – Marx Nkosezweni
Life is too bloody unpredictable and short, we have lost as football fans – Mthokozisi Ntshangase
A very quiet character dedicated to his career, may your soul rest in eternal peace – Marx Nkosezweni
Two months ago, he was celebrating the Premier League title with Liverpool. A month ago, he lifted the Nations League trophy with Portugal. Two weeks ago, it was his wedding. And now he’s no more – Katlego Mkwena
This is sad, just lost my appetite
He was a marvelous player. I'm hurt! I wanted Chelsea to sign him before Liverpool – Phelly Mahlanze
Bad news to the world, rest in peace Jota and his brother. Condolences to the family and friends – Sakhile Gabhayi
It reminds me of Emiliano Sala, flying to England for a transfer from Nantes, and that was the last day of his life. This is sad, just lost my appetite today – Takumi Adamah
May God strengthen his newly wedded wife. Comfort their three little kids. So much pain – Nwabisa Nwai Nzama
Very devastating news to wake up to. As a football fanatic, I send my heartfelt condolences to the Jota family and friends – Jantjie Kgaugelo
