Cristiano Ronaldo Pays Tribute to Late Teammate Diogo Jota

Cristiano Ronaldo Pays Tribute to Late Teammate Diogo Jota

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Diogo Jota, the Portuguese football star and Liverpool player, tragically died in a car accident in the Zamora province of Spain, at the age of 28. The bitter news has been confirmed by the Portuguese Football Federation, which considers this loss a great tragedy for football and sport in general.

The accident occurred in the early hours of the morning, leaving the sporting community and fans around the world in shock. Diogo was known not only for his talent on the pitch, but also for his extraordinary character and dedication to the Portuguese national team.

Messages of condolence were not long in coming, and his compatriot, Cristiano Ronaldo, was also present, writing on social media:

"We were just together in the National Team, you were just married. To your family, your wife and children, I express my condolences and wish you all the strength in the world. I know you will always be with them. RIP Diogo and André. We will all miss you."

The Portuguese Federation also emphasizes that it will make every effort to honor the legacy of these two champions, remembering their invaluable contribution to Portuguese and international football.

Portuguese and football fans around the world are in mourning, losing two stars who will remain forever in the memory of the sport.

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