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Liverpool star, Diogo Jota, brother’s bodies arrive in Portugal
Liverpool star, Diogo Jota, brother’s bodies arrive in Portugal
The remains of Portuguese international footballer Diogo Jota and his younger brother, Andre, were received in solemn silence on Thursday night as grieving fans gathered outside a church in Gondomar, northern Portugal.
As reported by the Daily Mail, emotional scenes unfolded when the hearses carrying their coffins arrived at the Capela de Ressurreição shortly after 11pm, ahead of a morning vigil.
The two brothers were killed in a devastating road accident early Thursday near Cernadilla, just over the Spanish border. Reports indicate that a tyre on Jota’s Lamborghini Huracan burst while overtaking another car, causing the vehicle to spin out of control on the A-52 motorway. It flipped multiple times before catching fire, instantly claiming both lives.
Spanish official Angel Blanco confirmed to the Daily Mail that the brothers died before emergency responders could arrive.
The blaze from the accident spread to nearby vegetation, prompting swift action from firefighters. Authorities are still working to determine which of the two was driving at the time of the incident.
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Speaking to CNN, local priest José Macedo said a wake would begin at 8am today at the chapel, with a funeral Mass scheduled for 10am on Saturday at the adjacent Igreja Matriz.
“We’re available to celebrate [their life] with everyone and to share the pain and the Christian hope,” Macedo said.
Earlier on Thursday, the bodies were transported from a funeral home in Puebla de Sanabria, Spain, where they were first taken following the crash.
Among those present was Jota’s agent, Jorge Mendes, who was seen consoling the family and supporting the footballer’s mother as they entered the funeral facility.
“We lost two great people. Diogo is an example as a person, husband, son, professional. I still can’t believe it. It’s very difficult,” Mendes said, visibly emotional.
The somber procession made its way to Gondomar, just a half-hour drive from Porto, Jota’s hometown.
Tragically, the wake is taking place in the same town where, only two weeks earlier, the 28-year-old Liverpool forward had celebrated his wedding to longtime partner Rute Cardoso, surrounded by friends and family.
According to media reports, Jota and 26-year-old Andre had been en route to Santander to board a ferry to the UK, opting for road travel due to Jota’s recent lung surgery which prevented him from flying.
Liverpool star, Diogo Jota, brother’s bodies arrive in Portugal
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The Rock’s Daughter Ava Officially Dating WWE NXT Superstar Tatyanna Dumas
The Rock’s Daughter Ava Officially Dating WWE NXT Superstar Tatyanna Dumas
Simone Johnson, daughter of Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and WWE performer under the ring name Ava, has officially confirmed her relationship with fellow WWE NXT wrestler Tatyanna Dumas. The couple announced their romance with a heartfelt Instagram Reel, sharing personal moments and publicly celebrating their bond.

Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson
Reacting to the announcement, The Rock wrote: “Crying screaming throwing up. I am so lucky,” expressing his joy at the milestone in his daughter’s life. Fans and followers across social media have warmly welcomed the news, praising the couple for their openness.
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The relationship had been hinted at earlier this year, when the pair were seen together at the UK premiere of Johnson’s film The Smashing Machine. At the time, Dwayne Johnson playfully commented on a video of the couple, saying: “Break out the Teremana ladies.”
Simone Johnson signed with WWE in February 2020 and currently serves as General Manager of the NXT brand, while Dumas joined the company earlier in 2025 and made her on-screen debut during the WWE LFG show.
The announcement has drawn significant attention in the wrestling world, marking one of the most high-profile WWE relationships to be publicly confirmed this year. Fans have praised the couple for celebrating their relationship while maintaining their professional careers in WWE.
The Rock’s Daughter Ava Officially Dating WWE NXT Superstar Tatyanna Dumas
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Carragher Hits Back at Mohamed Salah, Says Egypt Star Has ‘Won Nothing Internationally’
Carragher Hits Back at Mohamed Salah, Says Egypt Star Has ‘Won Nothing Internationally’
Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher has issued a fiery response to Mohamed Salah following the Egyptian’s explosive comments after Liverpool’s 2-2 draw with Leeds United, insisting the forward must remember he “hasn’t won anything for Egypt” at international level.
Salah, who was dropped for a third consecutive match, said the club had “thrown him under a bus”, triggering backlash from fans, pundits and within the club. His remarks have reportedly contributed to his exclusion from the squad travelling to face Inter Milan in Tuesday night’s Champions League clash.
Speaking on Sky Sports’ Monday Night Football, Carragher suggested Salah’s comments were strategically timed and likely influenced by his agent to undermine manager Arne Slot and possibly push for an exit.
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Carragher said:
“One thing I want to remind Mo Salah of is that before he came to Liverpool, he was known as the guy who failed at Chelsea. That’s a fact. He’d never won a major trophy.”
He added that despite being regarded as Egypt’s greatest-ever footballer, Salah has never won the Africa Cup of Nations, even though the country is the most successful nation in AFCON history.
Carragher emphasised that Salah’s success at Liverpool came through collective effort, noting:
“You weren’t a big star before you came to Liverpool. You haven’t really won anything with Egypt. What that tells you is that no matter how good a player you are, you need help from your team-mates, your manager and the fans.”
The former defender criticised Salah’s post-match tone, saying his comments centred too much on “me, me, me”, at a time when Liverpool are struggling for form.
Carragher Hits Back at Mohamed Salah, Says Egypt Star Has ‘Won Nothing Internationally’
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Real Madrid Eye Shock Move for Mohamed Salah as Liverpool Crisis Deepens
Real Madrid Eye Shock Move for Mohamed Salah as Liverpool Crisis Deepens
Real Madrid are reportedly considering a January swoop for Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah, as tensions escalate between the Egyptian star and the Anfield hierarchy amid a turbulent season for the Reds.
Liverpool, who began the campaign with seven straight wins, have collapsed dramatically, securing just one victory in their last 15 matches across all competitions. The slump worsened after a painful 3–3 draw with Leeds United, followed by Salah’s blunt post-match comments accusing the club of “throwing him under the bus” and revealing he no longer has a working relationship with manager Arne Slot.
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The fallout has fuelled speculation about Salah’s future, with Al-Hilal and San Diego FC previously linked. But new reports from Spanish outlet Fichajes, relayed via Football365, claim Real Madrid have now “entered the race” in what could become one of the most significant transfers of the winter window.
According to the report, Madrid are struggling for output on the right wing and view Salah as a proven, immediate solution due to his elite experience, exceptional goalscoring record, and leadership qualities. The club is said to have already proposed an “explosive exchange deal” to lure the Egyptian to the Bernabéu.
With Liverpool in crisis and Salah openly frustrated, the stage may be set for a dramatic transfer battle as January approaches.
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