The Liverpool forward and his brother Andre Silva were killed in the early hours of Thursday (03.07.25) after a car crash in Spain and the football legend finds it hard to comprehend the passing of a team-mate whom he had won the Nations League together with Portugal just weeks ago.
Ronaldo posted on Instagram: "It doesn't make sense. We were just together in the national team, and you had just gotten married.
"To your family, your wife and your children, I send my condolences and wish them all the strength in the world. I know you will always be with them. Rest in peace, Diogo and André. We will all miss you."
Tributes from the football world are pouring in for Jota - who had three children and had married his long-term partner Rute Cardoso last month - as Liverpool legends Jamie Carragher and Steven Gerrard both paid their respects to the player.
Carragher posted on X: "Devastating news about Diogo Jota and his brother Andre this morning. Thoughts are with everyone of their family and friends, especially his wife Rute and their three lovely kids."
Gerrard posted: "RIP Diogo. Condolences to his family and friends during this incredibly sad time."
Jota came to the attention of football fans in England through his spell at Wolves between 2018 and 2020 and the Premier League side said they were "heartbroken" by his and his brother's deaths.
Wolves said: "Diogo was adored by our fans, loved by his teammates and cherished by everyone who worked with him during his time at Wolves.
"The memories he created will never be forgotten. Our hearts go out to the family, friends and loved ones of Diogo and his brother, Andre. You will be truly missed, and always remembered."
Jota won two Nations League titles during his international career with Portugal and the nation's Prime Minister Luis Montenegro paid tribute on social media.
He posted on X: "The news of the death of Diogo Jota, an athlete who greatly honoured Portugal's name, and his brother is unexpected and tragic. I extend my deepest condolences to their family. It is a sad day for football and for national and international sports."
