In a deeply sad and bizarre turn of events, Olga Carmona learned of her father’s death just hours after scoring the winner for Spain in the World Cup final.
Carmona scored in the 29th minute against England at Stadium Australia, and the Real Madrid left back’s strike ended up being the only goal in a 1-0 win for La Roja.
In the aftermath of the team’s celebrations, the Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) announced that Carmona learned of her father’s passing after the World Cup final.
“We deeply regret that we must announce the death of Olga Carmona’s father,” the RFEF said in a statement 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 goal celebration already contained a hint of sadness, as she revealed a shirt with the the word “Merchi” on it to honor her friend’s mother who had recently died.
“I want to say that this victory, this achievement, goes to the mother of one of my best friends who has recently passed away,” Carmona said after the game. “I celebrated the goal with her shirt and from here, I dedicate it to the whole family with all my love.”
After the game, Olga Carmona explains she lifted her shirt after scoring in honor of the mother of her best friend who recently passed away ❤️ pic.twitter.com/Wm3XQMaAK6
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