In a moment that has left the football community reeling, the late Diogo Jota’s wife has made a stunning and deeply emotional announcement: she is pregnant with their fourth child — more than a month after the tragic death of the Liverpool star.
The announcement came late last night via a quiet family statement that was quickly picked up by national outlets. What has stunned both fans and family members alike, however, is not just the news of the pregnancy, but how far along she reportedly is.
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“We’re still trying to process all of this,” a close relative told The Guardian. “No one — not even his parents — had any idea. And when the doctor said how far along she was… we all just fell silent.”
While the family has not confirmed the exact number of weeks, insiders close to the investigation say the pregnancy may be well into the second trimester, raising questions about how such a significant detail was kept hidden during the highly public period following Jota’s untimely death.
The couple, who had three children together and were known for keeping their private life fiercely protected from the media, had not made any prior indication that they were expecting another child. Even at the emotional memorial held at Anfield, Jota’s wife made no mention of the pregnancy, despite widespread speculation about her visibly changed appearance.
A close friend of the family who asked not to be named added:
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“It explains a lot now — her exhaustion, her distance, how quiet she became after the crash. She was grieving and protecting a life at the same time. That’s an unimaginable weight to carry.”
The news has sparked a powerful outpouring of emotion from supporters. Thousands have taken to social media to send messages of love, strength, and solidarity, with many expressing admiration for her quiet courage.
Meanwhile, Liverpool FC released a short but heartfelt message:
“Our thoughts are with the Jota family during this deeply emotional time. Diogo’s legacy continues, in every sense.”
The family has asked for privacy as they navigate what they describe as a “bittersweet miracle.”
While the world mourns the loss of one of Portugal’s brightest football talents, the revelation of new life offers a glimmer of hope — and a reminder that, even in the shadow of tragedy, some part of Diogo Jota’s story is still being written.