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Liverpool star Diogo Jota and his brother died in a car crash in Spain, sparking debates over road safety measures.
Shock has continued to reverberate across the footballing world after the tragic death of Liverpool and Portugal forward Diogo Jota, aged 28, who died alongside his brother, André Silva, in a horrific car crash in Spain.
The brothers were travelling in a Lamborghini when a tyre blowout sent their vehicle off the motorway in Cernadilla, Zamora, shortly after midnight on Thursday. Witnesses described seeing flames consume the car within seconds, leaving no chance for rescue.
Jota’s passing comes less than two weeks after he married his long-time partner Rute Cardoso, with whom he shared three children.
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Liverpool star Diogo Jota and his brother tragically died in a car accident in Spain. Tributes have poured in worldwide.
The striker had only recently celebrated Portugal’s Nations League triumph over Spain and was preparing for a new season with Liverpool, where he had become a fan favourite since his arrival in 2020. He scored 65 goals in 182 appearances for the club.
“It is with shock and deep sorrow that we send our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Diogo Jota and his brother André Silva. Rest in peace,” read a statement from FC Porto, where both brothers once played during their formative years.
3. Mandatory Professional Chauffeur Policies for High-Performance Vehicles
One controversial way this tragedy could have been prevented is the introduction of mandatory chauffeur policies for professional athletes who own supercars.
Road safety advocates argue that no matter how skilled a driver may be, fatigue and the unpredictable nature of road conditions make late-night journeys in high-powered vehicles particularly dangerous.
If a professional driver had been behind the wheel that night, they might have reacted faster to the tyre blowout or avoided overtaking altogether.
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Clubs across Europe have long debated whether top athletes should be allowed to operate vehicles capable of exceeding 200 mph without supervision. The deaths of Jota and his brother have reignited this discussion with new urgency.
Portugal’s Prime Minister Luis Montenegro called the incident “unexpected and tragic,” adding: “I extend my deepest condolences to their family. It is a sad day for football and for national and international sports.”
2. Stricter Tyre Safety Inspections Before Every Journey
A second approach that might have averted disaster is enforcing stricter tyre safety inspections before any long-distance trips.
Investigators confirmed the Lamborghini’s tyre blowout caused the crash—a reminder that even new or high-end vehicles can suffer catastrophic failures if tyres are not checked rigorously.
Regular pressure checks, tread inspections, and replacements could have potentially flagged any vulnerabilities before the car set off that night.
Some road safety campaigners believe that elite clubs should employ dedicated vehicle safety officers to ensure player cars are roadworthy at all times.
“The Portuguese Football Federation (FPF) and all of Portuguese football are completely devastated,” the federation said in a statement.
“Much more than an amazing player, with almost 50 international appearances, Diogo Jota was an extraordinary person, respected by all team-mates and opponents.”
1. . Avoiding Late-Night Long-Distance Driving
The most controversial but arguably most effective solution would be banning or restricting professional athletes from driving high-performance sports cars.
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Many clubs already discourage excessive risk-taking off the pitch, but formal policies are rare and often left to personal discretion.
Jota, like many young stars, enjoyed the thrill of supercars, but experts stress that vehicles built for speed carry inherent dangers that everyday roads cannot safely accommodate.
Such bans could help prevent similar tragedies and protect the careers—and lives—of players.
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