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The father of Olga Carmona, whose goal won the Women’s World Cup for Spain on Sunday, has died.
The player was informed about his father’s death after the match.
After the final whistle, she was among the Spanish players celebrating and dancing on the field, and appeared to participate normally during the trophy presentation.
“The RFEF deeply regrets to communicate the passing of Olga Carmona’s father. The footballer learned this sad news after the conclusion of the World Cup final. We send our most heartfelt condolences to Olga and her family in this time of profound sorrow. We love you, Olga. You are a part of Spanish football history,” read the statement the Federation posted on its social media platforms.
Carmona had written her name into Spanish folklore with her strike against England just before learning of the devastating news. The Lionesses battled back in a bid to find an equaliser but were unable to breach their opponents.
The game would have been beyond Sarina Wiegman’s side much earlier were it not for Mary Earps, who prevented Spain from doubling their lead from the penalty spot in the second half.
During the celebrations after her goal, Carmona revealed a shirt sharing the word “Merchi” – a message paying tribute to her best friend’s late mother who had recently passed away.
She explained the celebration after the match to Spanish broadcasters, saying: “First of all, I want to say that this victory, this achievement, goes to the mother one of my best friends who has recently passed away.
“I celebrated the goal with her shirt and from here, I dedicate this to the whole family with all my love.”
At that point, the Real Madrid star was not aware of her father’s demise.
