The Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) has announced the death of Olga Carmona‘s father just hours after she scored the winning goal in the Women’s World Cup final.
Real Madrid left-back Carmona, 23, scored the only goal of the game as Spain beat England 1-0 in Sydney on Sunday to win their first-ever major trophy in the women’s game.
Carmona learned of her father’s death after the final. The federation did not give a cause of death.
“We deeply regret that we must announce the death of Olga Carmona’s father,” the RFEF wrote in a short statement published on social media.
“[Carmona] learned of the sad news after the World Cup final. We send our deepest condolences to Olga and her family at this time of deep sorrow.
“We love you, Olga, you are Spanish football history.”
Carmona’s club, Real Madrid, issued a condolence message for their defender.
“Real Madrid, the president and the board of directors are deeply saddened by the passing of the father of our player Olga Carmona. Real Madrid would like to extend our condolences and heartfelt sympathy to Olga, her family and all her loved ones. May he rest in peace,” says the club statement.
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