Diogo Jota's Wife Speaks Up: '1 month of our 'until death do us part'

Rute Cardoso, the wife of late Portuguese footballer Diogo Jota, has shared an emotional tribute marking one month since their wedding. On 22 July 2025, Cardoso posted a touching message on Instagram in remembrance of Jota, who died in a tragic car crash just 11 days after their ceremony. The post, which included wedding photographs, has sparked an outpouring of support from fans and the global football community.

Rute Cardoso's Tribute to Diogo Jota: Emotional Instagram Post Marks Wedding Month

Cardoso captioned her Instagram post with the words:

'1 month of our "until death do us part". Forever, your white girl'. The heartfelt message appeared alongside three wedding photographs and carries particular poignancy just weeks after Jota's passing. As reported by the Daily Mail, her post marks one month since their ceremony and draws attention to how quickly tragedy struck, just 11 days after their wedding. This tribute has since prompted a wave of emotional responses across social media.

Spanish media outlets also reported the message in its original Portuguese: 'Um mês do nosso "Nem a morte nos separa". Para sempre. Tua branca'. The message has since garnered widespread attention and emotional responses from fans across social media platforms.

Diogo Jota and Brother Die in Spain Car Crash Days After Wedding

On 3 July 2025, Jota and his younger brother André Silva were involved in a fatal car accident near Cernadilla, Zamora, Spain. The crash occurred less than two weeks after the couple's wedding on 22 June. As reported by the Economic Times, Cardoso and Jota had shared a joyous wedding reel just hours before the accident, with the caption 'A day we will never forget'. It turns out to be the striker's final social media message before the fatal crash.

The crash came less than two weeks after the couple's wedding, casting a shadow over what had been a joyful celebration of their long-time relationship.

Diogo Jota and Rute Cardoso: 12-Year Relationship, Marriage and Children

Jota and Cardoso began dating in 2012 during their teenage years. Over the following decade, they built a life together, welcoming three children and supporting each other through Jota's rising football career. Their wedding on 22 June was a culmination of years of shared milestones and commitment.

Cardoso had previously shared glimpses of their celebration, including wedding clips and family photos. Those posts have taken on new meaning in the wake of Jota's death.

Liverpool FC Pays Tribute to Diogo Jota: Shirt Retirement and Global Mourning

Liverpool FC, where Jota played since 2020, issued a formal tribute following his passing. The club retired his No. 20 shirt across all teams and held a minute's silence before a pre-season friendly against Preston North End. Players also wore black armbands in his honour.

Tributes also came from figures across the football world, including Cristiano Ronaldo, Jurgen Klopp and UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin. Prince William, in his role as President of the FA, expressed his condolences. The Portuguese President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa and Prime Minister Luís Montenegro issued public statements recognising Jota's legacy.

Rute Cardoso Breaks Silence: First Public Tribute to Diogo Jota Since His Death

Until now, Rute Cardoso had maintained a private silence following the death of her husband. Her latest Instagram post is her first public message and reflects the depth of her grief. Fans and followers have flooded the comment section with support, noting the emotional weight of the post.

The post not only marks the one-month anniversary of their marriage but also serves as a powerful remembrance of the love they shared, now tragically cut short.