Diogo Jota’s Wife, Rute Cardoso: 7 Gorgeous Moments of the Late Liverpool Star and His Family
- Liverpool player Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva, who played for a second division team in Portugal, have died in a car crash
- Diogo Jota, who married his longtime partner Ruth Cardoso on June 22, 2025, was a proud father of three lovely children
- Football fans around the world have sent their condolences after photos of the beautiful family surfaced online
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Tragedy struck the world of Premier League soccer as Diogo Jota was confirmed dead in a heartbreaking car accident in Spain, a sad announcement made by the Spanish Civil Guard to The Associated Press on Thursday.
This devastating news came just under two weeks after the joyous occasion of Jota’s wedding to his beloved wife, Rute Cardoso.
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Diogo Jota dies in a car crash
In a cruel twist of fate, Jota and his brother, Andre Silva, lost their lives in a single-vehicle incident when their car veered off the road.
Diogo Jota and Rute exchanged vows on June 22, embarking on a new chapter of their lives together. Just before this unimaginable loss, Jota shared a heartfelt video on social media from their wedding day, captioning it, "A day we will never forget," a poignant reminder of their love and commitment.
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Diogo Jota's wife celebrates his success
The Liverpool forward left behind his cherished wife, Rute Cardoso, and their three beautiful children, two spirited sons, Denis and Duarte, and their lovely daughter.
Rute's Instagram painted a vivid picture of her devotion, filled with vibrant snapshots of her cheering for Diogo during matches for Liverpool and the Portugal national team, as well as for Wolverhampton, before he switched to Anfield.
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Diogo Jota marries Rute Cardoso in Spain
On their wedding day, Rute Cardoso radiated elegance in a breathtaking sleeveless lace gown, adorned with intricate detailing that enhanced her figure.
Her makeup was flawlessly applied, featuring a bold red lipstick that accentuated her natural beauty, completed with a stylish veil that flowed gracefully.
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Rute Cardoso and her children at Anfield
In another touching moment captured in photos, Rute and the children were at Anfield, beaming with joy as they watched Liverpool in a thrilling 1-1 draw against Crystal Palace, after which, the Reds secured the Premier League title, capping off a solid campaign.
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Diogo Jota and Ruth Cardoso rock matching outfits
The family’s bond was beautifully illustrated in a striking portrait where they ushered in New Year’s Day 2025 together, dressed in coordinating outfits, as they posed with their three beloved dogs against a backdrop of warmth and happiness.
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Diogo Jota celebrates Christmas with his family
Christmas 2024 was another festive occasion captured in a series of delightful photos, where Diogo Jota and his family delighted in the spirit of the season.
They were clad in matching pyjamas that showcased their joyous smiles, a testament to the love that surrounded them.
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Ruth Cardoso poses with her children
In one particularly endearing Instagram post, Rute donned a stylish two-piece ensemble while joyfully posing alongside her handsome son and beautiful daughter, encapsulating the essence of family love and togetherness.
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Diogo Jota's last career goal for Liverpool
Earlier, YEN.com.gh wrote about Diogo Jota's final professional goal, which went viral after his tragic death.
Throughout his more than ten-year career, the late Portuguese international scored more than 100 goals for both club and country.
A video of Diogo Jota's final goal as a player against one of the best goalkeepers in the Premier League has gone viral on Instagram.
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