Mourning the Loss of Diogo and André Jota
The football world is shaken by the tragic loss of brothers Diogo and André Jota. Read about their bond, legacy, and the reminder to cherish loved ones.
André Jota News and Analysis
About André Jota
André Filipe Teixeira da Silva (28 April 2000 – 3 July 2025), also known as André Jota, was a Portuguese professional footballer who played primarily as an attacking midfielder or left winger. Born in Gondomar, Portugal, he began his football development at local club Gondomar before joining FC Porto's youth academy in 2011. He also spent time at Padroense and completed his youth career with stints at Paços de Ferreira, Famalicão, and Boavista. André made his senior debut in 2021, playing two seasons for Gondomar in the Campeonato de Portugal, the Portuguese fourth division, where he demonstrated his attacking skills by scoring nine goals and providing two assists in his final season. In July 2023, he signed a three-year contract with FC Penafiel, competing in Liga Portugal 2, the second tier of Portuguese football. At Penafiel, he became a regular starter, contributing seven goals and three assists across 62 appearances. His performances earned recognition, including a player of the match award in February 2025 during a 3–0 victory over Portimonense. Off the pitch, André was known for his dedication to personal growth, having completed a leadership course at university. He was the younger brother of Diogo Jota, a prominent Portuguese international and Liverpool forward. Tragically, André Silva and his brother Diogo Jota both died in a car accident in Spain on 3 July 2025. The accident occurred near Palacios de Sanabria, Zamora, reportedly caused by a tire blowout while overtaking. Their deaths were widely mourned in the football community, with clubs and players paying tribute to their talent and character. Penafiel declared official mourning in his honor, highlighting the loss of a promising footballer whose career was still unfolding[2][3][4].