Asante Kotoko pay tribute to deceased Liverpool star Diogo Jota

Asante Kotoko have expressed their condolences to Liverpool star Diogo Jota, who passed away tragically in a car crash.

The Portuguese forward, aged 28, was killed alongside his brother André Silva near Zamora, in northwestern Spain.

The heartbreaking news has led to growing tributes pouring in across the globe, including from the Porcupine Warriors, who described the situation as “heartbreaking.”

We at Asante Kotoko extend our deepest condolences to the families of Diogo Jota and his brother André Silva, and to everyone at Liverpool FC during this heartbreaking time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May their souls rest in peace.#AKSC #Fabucensus #Kotoko4All pic.twitter.com/0dT5tezzHf

— Asante Kotoko SC – 2X CAF CL Winners (@AsanteKotoko_SC) July 3, 2025

Fellow Premier League side, Legon Cities also expressed their “profound sympathy and support to Liverpool FC in these tragic circumstances.”

Elsewhere, Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo described Jota’s passing as something that “doesn’t make sense,” and added, “Rest in peace.”

Liverpool released a statement saying they are “devastated by the tragic passing” of their player.

The club’s minority stakeholder and NBA legend, LeBron James, also shared his prayers, asking for “guidance and protection” for Jota’s family.

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