On July 3, 2023, the world of football was shaken by a tragedy that hit not only Portuguese football, but also the international sports scene. Diogo Jota, a top striker of Liverpool and the Portuguese national team, disappeared in a tragic accident, leaving his fans, his teammates and all those who admired his deeply saddened talent and character. However, before this fateful event, Dr. Gonçalves, the last person to talk to Jota, revealed the details of the conversation with him on the evening of April 2, a few hours before the tragedy.

Dr. Gonçalves, who had a close relationship with Diogo Jota and André, the teammate who was with him at that moment, was shocked to the news of the tragic event. As he told in an interview with Record, his last conversation with Jota took place at 20:30 on April 2, just before the accident that took place at 00:35 on 3 July. In that conversation, Jota appeared calm and professional, an attitude that had always characterized him both inside and off the pitch.

“Diogo has always been highly professional and very cautious in his personal life. He has never lowered his guard and has always thought about the future. A medical supervision in Liverpool was expected on July 7, demonstrating his commitment to health and career. He never appeared out of place or irresponsible,” commented Dr. Gonçalves. According to the doctor, neither Diogo nor André had consumed alcohol before the tragedy. This clarification was fundamental, since often in tragedies such as this voices and speculations on the use of substances can obscure the truth behind events.

Dr. Gonçalves stressed that during that last conversation, Jota was completely concentrated on his career and well -being. However, he would never have imagined that a few hours later he would receive the devastating news of his death. The loss of an athlete of this caliber was a devastating blow not only for his family, but also for his teammates and for the people close to him.

“It was a very difficult moment for all those who knew Diogo,” added Dr. Gonçalves, visibly shaken by the situation. “We would never have imagined that such a thing could happen. He was a bright young man, with a great career in front of him, full of dreams and projects. What happened that night left us all in shock. It is difficult to accept that such a professional and dedicated person is no longer with us”.

The news of Jota’s accident shocked the world of football. The Portuguese player was at the height of his career, a key player of Liverpool and a key player of the Portuguese national team. From his arrival at the English club, Jota had quickly earned the affection of the fans, thanks to his ability on the pitch and his humble and laborious attitude off the pitch.

Jota had been a fundamental pillar of Liverpool’s attack and his loss left an unbridgeable void in the team. Jota’s teammates, as well as his coaches, shared messages of pain and admiration for the player after learning the news. Many of them have underlined not only his talent, but also his character and his work ethics. Liverpool fans also expressed their pain on social media, paying homage to a player who had earned their respect.

Dr. Gonçalves, a prominent figure in Jota’s restricted circle, explained that the young footballer has always shown a professional attitude, even during rest periods. “He was a person who understood the importance of taking care of his body and keeping fit. He was very focused on his recovery and on giving his best for his team,” explained the doctor.

The news of his death brought with him a wave of emotions, from sadness to incredulity. Those who are close to Jota, like Dr. Gonçalves, face not only personal loss, but also the responsibility to communicate the truth to the public. Fortunately, it was clarified that Jota was not involved in any activity that could have put his life at risk that night. His death, therefore, is considered an inexplicable tragedy, but his inheritance as one of the most promising footballers of Portugal and the world will live forever.

Football has lost a large star, but the memory of Diogo Jota will live in the hearts of those who have known and admired him, inside and off the pitch.