Colombian striker Luis Díaz is under fire for his absence at the funeral of his former teammate, Diogo Jota, who tragically passed away in a car crash. The incident has sparked heated debates among fans and critics alike.
While many Liverpool players and Jota’s Portugal national team teammates gathered to pay their respects at the funeral in Gondomar, Portugal, Díaz was notably absent. Instead, he was reportedly fulfilling prior commitments by promoting an influencers fútbol tournament in Barranquilla, Colombia.
The backlash intensified when photos surfaced on social media showing Díaz enjoying himself at the tournament with famous Colombian streamers while Jota’s funeral was taking place. Despite later deleting these posts and sharing a tribute to Jota, fans remain displeased with his actions.
Social media platforms have been flooded with criticisms aimed at Díaz. One particular tweet highlighted the contrast between Jota supporting Díaz during a personal crisis and Díaz failing to reciprocate this support in return. The sentiment expressed by many is that such behavior is unforgivable.
Comparisons have also been drawn between how the rest of the Liverpool team stood by each other during tough times versus Díaz’s perceived lack of solidarity. These comparisons have led some fans to declare a loss of respect for him as a player.
In response to the growing backlash, one Twitter user emphasized the basic expectation of human decency in such situations:
“There’s room for everything, and when things like this happen, the least you should do as a human being is be present.”
As criticism mounts against him, Luis Díaz has chosen not to comment further on his decision to miss Diogo Jota’s funeral. The controversy surrounding his absence continues to divide opinions within football circles and among supporters worldwide.
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