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Diogo Jota: Speeding likely cause of footballer’s car crash, police say

Diogo Jota: Speeding likely cause of footballer’s car crash, police say

Summary

Diogo Jota, a Liverpool and Portugal football player, and his brother Andre Silva died in a car crash in Spain. Police suspect speeding may have caused the accident. An investigation is ongoing to determine the exact cause.

Key Facts

  • Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva died in a car crash in Spain on July 3.
  • Spanish police are investigating, suspecting the vehicle was speeding.
  • Police believe it was Jota driving the car.
  • They also noted that one tire may have failed while the car was overtaking.
  • The crash happened in Zamora, Spain, and the car caught fire.
  • Jota had posted a video of his wedding shortly before the accident.
  • Jota was well-known for playing with Liverpool and had a successful career there.
  • Andre Silva played in Portugal’s second-tier football league.

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