La Derecha Diario The shocking video of Diogo Jota's car in flames after the fatal accident
Diogo Jota's car caught fire after the accident in Zamora. A video shows the exact moment of the fire
A video shows the exact moment when Diogo Jota's car catches fire, minutes after the accident that occurred on route A-52, near Zamora, Spain.
The Portuguese forward for Liverpool and his brother André died instantly after the brutal impact. The causes of the accident are still under investigation.
Diogo Jota's car exploded after an alleged malfunction
According to witnesses, the Lamborghini in which the footballer was traveling reportedly suffered a tire explosion while overtaking another vehicle.
This caused the vehicle to lose control, crash into the side of the road, and catch fire completely. The fire consumed the car within minutes.
The video capturing the fire shocks social media
The footage was recorded by people passing through the area and later shared by the Portuguese outlet Os Monhacas. The clip shows the vehicle engulfed in flames, with no possibility of rescue.
Video muestra cómo quedó el auto de Diogo Jota tras el choque mortal
Emergency services arrived quickly at the scene, but it was already too late. Both occupants of the car were lifeless upon arrival.
Jota was returning to Portugal after his family vacation
Diogo Jota had spent a few days resting with his family and was heading back to Portugal. He had recently married Rute Cardoso and was the father of three children.
El impactante video del auto de Diogo Jota
The news caused a strong shock both in the sports world and among Liverpool and Portugal national team fans.
Ongoing investigation and shock in the football world
For now, authorities haven't reported precisely what caused the accident. An official report confirming the causes is awaited.
Meanwhile, teammates, clubs, and sports figures expressed their condolences and remembered the player as a key figure in European football.
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