Spain’s World Cup hero Olga Carmona learns of father’s death after finals

Spain captain and World Cup ultimate hero Olga Carmona came upon after the match that her father had died, the Spanish FA (RFEF) mentioned on Sunday.

Carmona scored a Twenty ninth-minute aim to clinch a 1-0 win over England and safe Spain their first Women’s World Cup title.

“The RFEF deeply regrets to announce the death of Olga Carmona’s father. The footballer learned the sad news after the World Cup final,” the Spanish FA mentioned on social media.

“We send our most sincere embrace to Olga and her family in a moment of deep sorrow. We love you, Olga, you are Spanish soccer history.”

An RFEF spokesperson informed Reuters that Carmona’s father had been combating an extended sickness and died on Friday.

“I know that you have given me the strength to achieve something unique,” Carmona wrote on the social media platform X, previously often known as Twitter. “I know you have been watching me tonight and that you are proud of me. Rest in peace, dad.”

According to Spanish media outlet Relevo, Carmona’s household and mates determined to not inform her in order that she may concentrate on a very powerful match of her life.

Carmona’s mom and brothers travelled to New Zealand through the World Cup’s group stage, however then rushed again to Spain. They arrived in Australia on Saturday to assist the Real Madrid fullback within the ultimate.

—Reuters