12 Key Facts About the Late Liverpool Star, Diogo Jota

Diogo Jota, a talented Portuguese footballer, left an indelible mark on Liverpool’s history before his untimely death in a car crash on July 3, 2025. 

His journey in football was marked by dedication, hard work, and a passion for the sport. From his early days to his rise as a star player, Jota’s story is an inspiration to many.

Here are some key facts about his career and achievements:

1. Tied the record for the fastest goal by a Liverpool substitute in the Premier League (21 seconds).
2. Scored Liverpool’s first goal under Arne Slot’s management.
3. Became the first Liverpool player to score in each of his first four home league matches.
4. Scored Liverpool’s 10,000th goal across all competitions.
5. Joined an elite group of players to score over 10 Premier League goals with his head, right foot, and left foot.
6. Had a top goal conversion rate among recent Reds (19.3%).
7. Ranked #1 on FIFA 21’s Champion Leaderboard.
8. Entered Liverpool’s top five all-time for goals scored off the bench.
9. Contributed to Liverpool’s record 64-match unbeaten home league run.
10. Was Liverpool’s 11th most expensive transfer (€44.70m).
11. Got married to his long-time partner, Rute Cardoso, on June 22, 2025, just days before his death
12. Died in a car crash in Spain along with his 26-year-old brother, Andre, a footballer.

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