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Diogo Jota

Diogo Jota was a Portuguese professional footballer best known for playing as a forward or winger for Liverpool and the Portugal national team.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated September 11, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Diogo Jota was a Portuguese professional footballer best known for playing as a forward or winger for Liverpool and the Portugal national team. Born Diogo José Teixeira da Silva, he died in a car accident in July 2025 at the age of 28. He was noted for his finishing, pace, dribbling, and work rate.

Early life and career

Diogo Jota was born in Massarelos, Porto, in 1996 and began his career in Portugal before moving into English football. He later played for Wolverhampton Wanderers and Liverpool.

Liverpool career

Jota joined Liverpool in 2020 and became an important attacking player for the club. Across five seasons, he made 182 appearances and scored 65 goals. He won the Premier League, FA Cup, and League Cup with Liverpool.

International career

Jota represented Portugal at senior level and was part of squads that won the UEFA Nations League in 2019 and 2025. He was used as a forward and left winger for the national team.

Death

Jota died in a road traffic accident in Spain on 3 July 2025, aged 28. Reports stated that his brother, André Silva, also died in the same accident.

Key facts

  • Played for Liverpool from 2020 until his death in 2025.
  • Won the Premier League, FA Cup, and League Cup with Liverpool.
  • Won the UEFA Nations League with Portugal in 2019 and 2025.
  • Scored 65 goals in 182 appearances for Liverpool.
  • Known for speed, dribbling, finishing, and work rate.
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Canadian context

Diogo Jota was followed by Canadian soccer fans through Liverpool FC’s Premier League coverage and Portugal’s international matches.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Diogo Jota?
Diogo Jota was a Portuguese professional footballer who played mainly as a forward or winger, most notably for Liverpool and Portugal.
How old is Diogo Jota?
Diogo Jota was born on 4 December 1996 and died on 3 July 2025, so he was 28 years old.
What position does Diogo Jota play?
He played as a forward and winger, including left winger.
Which club does Diogo Jota play for?
He played for Liverpool FC from 2020 until his death in 2025.
How many goals has Diogo Jota scored?
He scored 65 goals in 182 appearances for Liverpool; sources also report more than 100 goals across his club career.
Is Diogo Jota injured?
No current injury status is applicable in reliable sources here, because Diogo Jota died in July 2025.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diogo_Jota
    Supports: Birth date, death date, position, Liverpool goals and appearances, injury mention.
  2. Liverpool FC — https://www.liverpoolfc.com/team/mens/player/diogo-jota
    Supports: Liverpool player profile, birth date, position, death notice, squad identity.
  3. The Guardian — https://www.theguardian.com/football/2025/jul/03/diogo-jota-obituary
    Supports: Death, age, career overview, positions, Portugal and Liverpool achievements.
  4. BBC Sport — https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/articles/cm2lkgmg5p7o
    Supports: Age, goal total for Liverpool, injury history, transfer and career summary.
  5. BBC Sport — https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/articles/cvg9pxkeegpo
    Supports: Liverpool goal total, appearances, trophies, transfer fee, career summary.
  6. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/soccer/story/_/id/45657060/remembering-diogo-jota-loss-felt-liverpool
    Supports: Death, age, Liverpool context.