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Why Diogo Jota’s funeral will take place so soon after Liverpool star’s tragic death as details revealed

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Why Diogo Jota's funeral will take place so soon after Liverpool star's tragic death as details revealed

Diogo Jota’s funeral has been scheduled just two days after the Liverpool forward and his brother Andre Silva tragically lost their lives in a car accident.

The siblings were killed in the early hours of Thursday morning when their green Lamborghini suffered a tyre blowout while overtaking on the A52 motorway in Zamora, northwestern Spain. The vehicle caught fire, and both brothers were pronounced dead at the scene, according to a statement from the Zamora Provincial Council.

The tragic loss comes merely 10 days after Jota married his childhood sweetheart, Rute Cardoso, the mother of their three young children.

Autopsies were carried out at a forensic facility in Zamora on Thursday, and later in the day, hearses were seen arriving at a funeral home in Puebla de Sanabria as preparations for their farewell began.

Funeral arrangements for Diogo Jota and his brother
Multiple reports confirm that funeral proceedings will begin promptly, in line with Portuguese tradition.

Local priest Jose Manuel Macedo told CNN Portugal that a wake will be held on Friday at 3pm at Sao Cosme Chapel, located about 30 minutes from Jota’s hometown of Porto. The following morning, a funeral mass is scheduled at 10am at Igreja Matriz de Gondomar, a church close to where Jota and Rute celebrated their wedding.

After the mass, both brothers will be laid to rest in the local cemetery, according to beIN Sports.

“The brothers’ remains will be brought to the resurrection chapel for the wake tomorrow, with the funeral scheduled for 10 a.m. on Saturday,” Macedo announced. “We’re ready to celebrate their lives together with everyone and to offer comfort and hope in this time of grief.”

In Portugal, funerals often occur within 48 hours of death and traditionally include a wake, Catholic rites, and a period of mourning marked by wearing black. It remains unclear whether Jota’s funeral will be a private family affair or open to the public, and whether his Liverpool teammates and staff will attend to pay their respects.

Outpouring of grief across the football world
Tributes have poured in from around the globe for the 28-year-old forward, with Cristiano Ronaldo, Jurgen Klopp, Arne Slot, Trent Alexander-Arnold, and Andy Robertson among those expressing their devastation.

Liverpool Football Club revealed intentions to “rightly immortalise” Jota’s No. 20 jersey following widespread calls from fans to retire the number in his memory.

During his time at Anfield, Jota scored 65 goals across all competitions, helping the Reds to win the Premier League, two Carabao Cups, and the FA Cup. His untimely passing has left a deep void not only in his family but also within the Liverpool community and the wider footballing world.

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‘We want him’ – Club chief confirms he wants to sign Man Utd outcast in permanent transfer

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‘We want him’ – Club chief confirms he wants to sign Man Utd outcast in permanent transfer

Andre Onana could remain in Turkey beyond his loan spell, with Trabzonspor keen to secure him on a permanent deal.

The 30-year-old moved to Trabzonspor after falling out of favour at Manchester United, who brought in Senne Lammens last summer. Since then, Lammens has established himself as the club’s first-choice keeper, paving the way for Onana’s temporary switch.

In Turkey, however, Onana has rediscovered his form and quickly become a key figure. He recently grabbed attention with a standout performance in the Turkish Cup, saving three consecutive penalties to help his side overcome Samsunspor and reach the semi-finals.

The moment sparked widespread reactions online, especially from United supporters recalling their earlier penalty shootout defeat to Grimsby Town, where Onana managed just one save.

Trabzonspor president Ertugrul Dogan has openly expressed the club’s desire to keep the goalkeeper. He indicated that while Onana has his own career plans, the club would be eager to make the move permanent if the circumstances align, leaving the final decision in the player’s hands.

Back in England, United are expected to consider selling Onana, particularly with Lammens now firmly established as their number one. The club will likely aim to recover a significant portion of the £47.5 million they paid to sign him from Inter Milan in 2023, with two years still remaining on his contract.

Beyond his cup heroics, Onana has been a consistent presence in the league, starting every match for Trabzonspor and playing a vital role in their push for the title. His performances have earned strong praise in Turkey, with the club currently sitting third in the table, just six points behind leaders Galatasaray.

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Man City place Arsenal ‘bottles’ for sale outside Etihad Stadium before 2025/26 Premier League decider

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Man City place Arsenal 'bottles' for sale outside Etihad Stadium before 2025/26 Premier League decider

Manchester City appear to have kicked off the psychological battle ahead of their Premier League showdown with Arsenal.

In the build-up to the match, bottles branded with the Arsenal logo were reportedly being sold outside the stadium, priced cheaply and seemingly intended as a tongue-in-cheek way for home fans to mock the visiting supporters.

The stunt draws inspiration from a recent viral moment at Stamford Bridge, where a City fan was seen jokingly “drinking Arsenal tears” during their emphatic 3-0 win over Chelsea—a clip that quickly spread across social media.

With tensions already high given the importance of the fixture, the gesture adds another layer to the rivalry between the two sides. Arsenal, meanwhile, will be focused on responding where it matters most—on the pitch—as they aim to silence critics and deliver a strong result in what could be a defining game in the title race.

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Bruno Fernandes responds to Manchester United star’s dig at Chelsea flop Alejandro Garnacho

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Bruno Fernandes responds to Manchester United star’s dig at Chelsea flop Alejandro Garnacho

Alejandro Garnacho faced criticism from his former Manchester United teammates following Chelsea’s latest Premier League setback.

A first-half goal from Matheus Cunha secured a narrow but important win for United, strengthening the position of Michael Carrick’s side in the race for Champions League qualification. Chelsea, meanwhile, continue to struggle, with the defeat marking their fourth consecutive league loss without finding the net.

Pressure is mounting on head coach Liam Rosenior, who only took charge a few months ago after replacing Enzo Maresca. While the club has not publicly wavered in its support, questions are beginning to emerge over several players, including Garnacho, whose performances have failed to meet expectations since his £40 million move from Old Trafford.

Reports suggest Chelsea could be open to offers for the 21-year-old after a difficult start to life at Stamford Bridge. He had an early opportunity to impress against his former side after coming on for the injured Estevao, but once again struggled to make an impact, finding it hard to break through a United defence that was missing several first-choice centre-backs.

Garnacho also received a hostile reception from United supporters during the match, and the reaction appeared to carry over beyond the pitch. After the game, Luke Shaw shared an image on social media showing himself standing over Garnacho following a challenge. Bruno Fernandes responded with a playful but pointed comment, while former teammate Alex Telles also joined in with reactions.

Chelsea’s broader struggles are becoming increasingly concerning. They now sit four points behind Liverpool in the race for fifth place, despite having played an extra game. The current run—four straight league defeats without scoring—is their worst in nearly three decades, with an even longer drought not seen since 1912.

Across all competitions, the form is equally worrying, with six losses in their last seven matches and 16 goals conceded during that stretch. A significant portion of their recent goals have come in a single outing against Port Vale, highlighting their lack of consistency in front of goal.

After the match, Rosenior admitted uncertainty about what failing to qualify for the Champions League could mean for his future. He acknowledged the result was difficult to take, especially given that Chelsea created numerous chances but failed to convert them. He pointed out that United capitalised on a limited opportunity, while his side were unable to make their attacking pressure count.

Despite the frustration, Rosenior emphasized the need for continued effort and improvement, insisting that the team must find a way to turn their form around before the situation worsens further.

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