The top scorer of the goal that gave Spain victory in the Women’s World Cup found out on Sunday just hours after the match that her father had died before even entering the field for the tournament’s final against England. When he scored the winning goal, in the 29th minute, he dedicated it to his friend’s mother, who had recently passed away.
The 23-year-old Sevilla, who plays for Real Madrid and captains the Spain women’s national football team, learned of the death of her father, who was ill, from her mother and brother, who were in Sydney to support her in the final of the tournament. The Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) and Real Madrid have already issued notes of condolence.
“a RFEF Deeply regrets to announce the death of Olga Carmona’s father. The footballer learned the sad news after the World Cup final. We send our sincere hugs to Olga and her family in a moment of deep pain. We love you Olga, you are the history of Spanish football. tweet Posted on the social network X.
In the official statement issued by the Madrid club that Olga represents, the president and the board “deeply regret the death of the father” of the player: “Real Madrid would like to express its condolences and affection to Olga, to her family.” And to all your loved ones rest in peace.”
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