Liverpool Football Club has recently released an emotional interview with Diogo Jota after the team’s triumphant Premier League season, where they secured the title for the 2024-2025 campaign. In the video, Jota reflects on his deep love for football and the happiness he finds within his family. However, it was the first images of his wife in Spain that left fans feeling a wave of heartbreak.
The Young Diogo Jota Fulfills His Dream
In the video shared by Liverpool, Diogo Jota speaks in fluent English, filled with reflection and gratitude. He had just helped his club secure the Premier League title in a convincing fashion, with the Portuguese forward playing a pivotal role in the triumph.
Jota’s journey began at the young age of 6, with a simple yet grand dream: to become a professional footballer and represent his national team. During his early years, Jota could only dream of standing on the grandest pitches, playing in front of passionate crowds, experiencing the kind of joy that only professional footballers could know.
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Jota reminisces about the early days of his love for football, particularly the 2004 UEFA European Championship, which was held in his home country of Portugal, a moment that left a lasting impression on him.
“That was the first time I saw Cristiano Ronaldo playing for the national team. I followed his career closely, and as a kid, scoring goals was always my motivation,” Jota recalls.
And he did indeed achieve his dream. At 23 years old, Diogo Jota made his debut for the Portuguese national team, stepping onto the field as a substitute for his idol Cristiano Ronaldo in a Euro 2020 qualifier against Lithuania on November 14, 2019. Five years later, he would go on to earn significant recognition, playing in multiple major tournaments and winning the prestigious UEFA Nations League in the summer of 2025.
A Rocky Road to Glory
At the club level, Jota’s career was far from smooth. He spent several years on the bench at Atlético Madrid before being loaned out to Porto and later to Wolverhampton Wanderers.
“I wanted to play in the Premier League. I didn’t think about winning at first, I just wanted to be there. I knew it was the best league in the world. I realized my dream when I played for Wolverhampton. But once you achieve a dream, you unlock a new stage, a new level, and a new step forward. When I joined Liverpool, I knew it was possible, and it became a truly unforgettable moment for both me and my family,” he explained.
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In the final moments of his heartfelt interview, Jota spoke about the connection he felt with the club and its supporters. “I think the club knew that with me, they would have what they needed to represent Liverpool. That's the feeling I search for when playing football. That's why I dedicate my whole life and all my efforts to moments like this, moments where you can decide the outcome of the game. That’s what kept me going, reaching this season with the title I’ve been chasing for so many years, in the best league in the world—the league I dreamed of playing in when I was a child—and we finally did it. This is a moment I will cherish forever.”
“I will always remember this city, this club. My three children were born here, and it completely changed my life. The way everyone has supported me from day one—I’m truly thankful to everyone at the club and all the fans for making my dream come true. This is an achievement for a little boy from Gondomar, where I fulfilled this dream. That moment was truly special,” Jota reflected emotionally.
A Tragic End to an Impressive Career
Diogo Jota had an impressive career, but it was tragically cut short. Just as his career was reaching its peak, a car accident took his life at the age of 28. While his journey was brief, the impact he made on football and the Liverpool fanbase will last forever. His dedication, hard work, and dreams have forever been etched in the club’s history.