Before his tragic passing at the age of 28, Diogo Jota had already cemented his place in Liverpool FC’s modern history through a string of standout performances, clinical finishing, and record-breaking feats that highlighted his immense impact at Anfield.
Since joining the reigning Premier League Champions from Wolverhampton Wanderers in September 2020, the Portuguese forward not only became a fan favourite but also etched his name into both club and Premier League record books.
Here are some of the most notable records and achievements Jota accomplished during his career:
🔴 Fastest Premier League Goal by a Liverpool Substitute
In January 2025, Jota equalled the record for the fastest goal by a Liverpool substitute in Premier League history, scoring just 21 seconds after coming off the bench against Nottingham Forest. The record dates back to when such statistics began being tracked in the 2006–07 season.
🔴 First Liverpool Goal Under Arne Slot
Jota had the honour of scoring Liverpool’s first goal under new manager Arne Slot, ushering in a new tactical era at the club following the departure of Jürgen Klopp.
🔴 First Player to Score in First Four Home League Appearances
Jota became the first player in Liverpool history to score in each of his first four home Premier League matches after signing for the club in 2020—a record that showcased his instant impact.
🔴 Liverpool’s 10,000th Goal in All Competitions
In October 2020, Jota made history by scoring the 10,000th goal in Liverpool’s history across all competitions during a Champions League match against Midtjylland, a landmark moment for the club.
🔴 Elite Hat-Trick of Finishing Skills
Jota joined an exclusive group of Premier League forwards—alongside Erling Haaland and Ollie Watkins—to have scored 10+ goals with his left foot, right foot, and head, underlining his reputation as one of the most complete finishers in the league.
🎮 Ranked #1 in FIFA eSports
A passionate gamer off the pitch, Jota reached #1 on FIFA 21’s Champion Leaderboard in online play, showing his competitive edge wasn’t limited to real-life football.
🔴 Highest Goal Conversion Rate Among Recent Reds
Statistically, Jota was Liverpool’s most efficient Premier League finisher in recent years, boasting a conversion rate of 19.3%, eclipsing even legends like Mohamed Salah, Luis Suárez, and Fernando Torres.
🔴 Top Five All-Time Liverpool Substitute Goal-scorers
Thanks to his knack for scoring crucial goals off the bench, Jota rose into the top five all-time Liverpool scorers as a substitute, surpassing names like Ryan Babel and Divock Origi.
🔴 Key Contributor to Historic Unbeaten Run
Jota’s first-half header in a match against Leicester City was instrumental in extending Liverpool’s then-record 64-match unbeaten home league run, one of the longest in English top-flight history.
🔴 One of Liverpool’s Most Expensive Signings
Jota joined Liverpool in a deal worth €44.7 million, making him the club’s 11th most expensive player at the time. The investment proved to be worth every penny as he quickly became one of the side’s most dependable scorers.
From spectacular goals to landmark milestones, Diogo Jota’s career at Liverpool, though tragically cut short, will be remembered for its explosive brilliance, historic significance, and a legacy that will continue to inspire Reds fans for generations to come.