Euro 2025
Between Spain and Portugal, Diogo Jota was in all heads
Spain dominated Portugal (5-0) for its entry into the Euro 2025. The before match was marked by the emotion linked to the tragic death of the Portuguese footballer Diogo Jota.
Portuguese fans paid a vibrant tribute to footballer Diogo Jota, who died in a tragic traffic accident in Spain with his younger brother.
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- On the sidelines of the poster Spain – Portugal, the atmosphere at the Stade de Switzerland in Bern was tinged with an obvious restraint after the tragic death of the Portuguese footballer Diogo Jota.
- Spain, reigning world champion, only made a bite of Portugal (5-0).
- The Roja, a favorite of the euro, demonstrated its power in a brilliant way against Portugal.
Laughter of children, passionate discussions in Spanish and Portuguese, flags that slam in the hot air from a hot end of the day in Bern: at first glance, the decor is that of a party. No hostile songs, no provocations, just a benevolent atmosphere despite historical rivalries.
On the Esplanade du Stade de Switzerland, in Bern, families and groups of friends roam peacefully in red and gold or green and red jerseys. All came to acclaim the defending world champions – this sparkling roja with the licked game, a great favorite of the tournament – or support the Seleção, courageous outsider of this Euro 2025.
Tributes to Diogo Jota
But behind this sweet effervescence tinged with enthusiasm floats a shadow. The day of the match, the world of football was shaken by a new tragic: Diogo JotaPortuguese international striker of Liverpool, 28, and his brother André Silva26, also a professional footballer, lost their lives in a car accident in Spain. During the night from Wednesday to Thursday, their racing car left the road on the A-52, near Zamora, in the northwest of the country, before igniting. The drama has upset the entire Iberian Peninsula – and far beyond.
Around the stadium, between drinking stands, souvenir sellers and Botellón improvised, the atmosphere remains contained. Even volunteers’ attempts to launch songs to the glory of the two selections are struggling to find their echo. The fervor is there, but in a mute. Mourning, especially in the Portuguese camp, is palpable.
Many Portuguese supporters and supporters brandish signs or photos of the missing player. Some are gathered away, collect themselves in silence. On the lawn, later, the players of the two national teams will wear a black armband. A minute of poignant silence will be observed before kick -off. This Thursday evening in Bern Thursday evening, football had a heavy heart.
Carlos, 43, installed in the French -speaking part of the canton of Bern since childhood, came with his friends to support the Seleção. “We are there, but with a ball in the stomach. Diogo Jota, he was a great player, but above all a good guy. What happened is terrible. Tonight, Portugal will play for him and his brother. ”
Spain – Portugal, an unbalanced duel
On the stadium forecourt, Kosovare, 26, lives a good moment. Absolute fan of La Roja, she proudly sports the jersey of Alexia Potellas, double golden ball and star of FC Barcelona – whose Blaugrana jerseys flood the surroundings of the stadium. The Friborg is herself a player at FC Vuisternens/Mézières, in the first Swiss female league. “This is the first time that I have seen the Spanish selection in real life,” she smiles.
In his hands, a sign carefully written in Spanish: «Alexia, give me your jersey, please!», Can we read it. “If necessary, I will jump on the field,” she jokes half. “But we have good places, and I am hopeful that Alexia has seen my sign. You have to believe it in life! ” Alongside her, Albiona, his club teammate, attended the first of her eight matches of Euro 2025. And Eva, Capeverdian born in Portugal, discovers the atmosphere of a stadium for the first time: “I hope a good rivalry and goals on the field, but also a good atmosphere in the stands,” she launches.
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The match, however, will not leave room for any doubt. Despite its supplement of soul and good intentions, Portugal quickly folded in front of the Spanish surge. Five-star football in La Roja was merciless and the emotion of a special evening did not slow down the execution: 4-0 at halftime, 5-0 and Manita At the final whistle. Spanish football has confirmed its relentless and spectacular domination. Portugal held up as best they could, despite the shock and the weight of mourning.
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