The tragic accident involving Liverpool footballer Diogo Jota and his brother André Silva has left the sports world in mourning. According to Spanish police, evidence suggests that Jota was speeding at the time of the crash, which occurred on the A52 motorway near Palacios de Sanabria in northwestern Zamora province.

The Incident

Early last Thursday, the Lamborghini driven by Jota experienced a suspected tyre blowout, causing the vehicle to leave the road and burst into flames. Both Jota, 28, and his brother André Silva, 25, were killed in the accident.

Police Findings

Zamora's local traffic police stated that tyre marks analyzed some distance from the crash site indicated excessive speed beyond the road's limit. The intensity of the fire that nearly destroyed the car has complicated the investigation, with an expert report being prepared for the courts.

Background

Jota had married his long-term partner Rute Cardoso just 11 days before the accident. The couple had three children. The brothers were en route to the Spanish port of Santander so Jota could return to Liverpool for pre-season training.

Funeral and Tributes

Their funeral took place in their hometown of Gondomar, near Porto, over the weekend. Tyre marks were reportedly visible about 100m (330ft) from the moment of impact. Although there were suggestions that the road's asphalt was uneven at the crash site, police confirmed it was not an accident 'black spot' and the road should have been driveable beyond the speed limit of 120km/h (75mph).

Legacy

Jota, a symbol of hope and inspiration, was a Portuguese hero whose untimely death has left fans and teammates devastated. Tributes have poured in from around the world, honoring his contributions to football and his legacy both on and off the pitch.