Spain’s World Cup Hero Carmona Learns About Father’s Death After Victory
Spain’s Women’s World Cup hero Olga Carmona paid tribute to her father on Monday for giving her the strength “to achieve something unique” after learning of his death following the nation’s 1-0 win over England.
The 23-year-old defender drilled home the only goal of the final in Sydney on Sunday to help La Roja win the World Cup for the first time in their history.
“And without knowing it, I had my Star before the game started,” she posted on X, formerly Twitter.
She added, “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 Spanish federation (RFEF) said Carmona “learned the sad news after the World Cup final”.
AFP