In a heartbreaking incident, Liverpool footballer Diogo Jota and his brother tragically lost their lives in a car accident in Spain, as confirmed by local authorities on Thursday.

The Spanish Civil Guard reported that the brothers were discovered deceased after their vehicle veered off the road near Zamora, with the car engulfed in flames.

Investigations are underway to determine the cause of the accident, with officials stating that no other vehicles were involved.

Diogo Jota, aged 28, and his 25-year-old brother Andre Silva, both hailing from Portugal, were in the vehicle at the time of the incident.

Jota, who was a key player for the Portuguese national team, recently contributed to their Nations League victory last month.

Silva played for Penafiel, a club in Portugal's lower divisions.

Since joining Liverpool from Wolves in 2020, Jota has celebrated three major trophies, including last season's Premier League title.

His untimely passing comes shortly after he married Rute Cardoso, with a recent social media post expressing his commitment to her.

Liverpool has yet to issue a statement regarding the tragedy.

The Portuguese Football Federation expressed profound sorrow over the loss, with president Pedro Proença stating that Portuguese football is 'completely devastated.'

Proença highlighted Jota's remarkable character and contributions, noting that he was not just a talented player but also a beloved figure in his community.

In honor of the brothers, the federation has requested a moment of silence before the Portugal vs. Spain match at the Women's European Championship in Switzerland.

Proença remarked, 'We lost two champions,' emphasizing the significant impact of their deaths on Portuguese football and the commitment to honor their legacy.