Spain’s profitable purpose scorer came upon father had died moments after World Cup victory
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pain’s profitable purpose scorer and captain discovered her father had died simply moments after taking her group to World Cup victory on Sunday.
Olga Carmona, 23, made herself a hero throughout her facet’s dramatic remaining in opposition to the Lionesses, scoring the match’s only goal at Stadium Australia.
But amid jubilant celebrations for La Roja, there was heartbreak for Carmona, who discovered after the match that her father had died.
He died on Friday after combating a protracted sickness, in line with news company Reuters.
According to Spanish media outlet Relevo, Carmona’s household and pals determined to not inform her so she may give attention to a very powerful match of her life.
In a transferring publish on social media the defender, who performs for Real Madrid Femenino when not representing Spain, shared a photograph of her kissing her gold medal and mentioned she felt her father had been “watching” her through the match.
“And without knowing it, I had my Star before the game started,” Carmona wrote on Sunday.
“I know that you have given me the strength to achieve something unique.
“I know that you have been watching me tonight and that you are proud of me. Rest in peace dad”.
The defender’s membership Real Madrid introduced the news on its web site, writing: “Real Madrid C. F, 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.”
Carmona celebrates after scoring her purpose on Sunday
/ AFP by way of Getty ImagesThe Spanish football federation (RFEF) additionally supplied its condolences, saying: “We send our most sincere hugs to Olga and her family in a moment of deep pain.”
On social media, followers and fellow sports activities stars have additionally shared their condolences.
“Stay strong we all love you,” wrote one fan. Another wrote: “Life could be very unfair and one thing like this could by no means occur. The complete world is with you proper now. He is happy with you from above and can by no means depart you.“
Spain lifted the Women’s World Cup trophy on Sunday, after quashing the Lionesses’ hopes of bagging England a first-ever Women’s World Cup crown.