“I know you have been watching me,” Spain’s captain Olga Carmona pens down emotional message after demise of her father
Carmona received a lot of kind and supportive messages from the fans.
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Olga Carmona kissing the World Cup Trophy. (Via Sky News)
The skipper, Olga Carmona, scored the only goal as an answer to Spanish prayers. The player received heartbreaking news following the full-time whistle that her father had passed. Even though the Spanish FA had posted on social media about the passing of Carmona’s father due to prolonged illness. The player was not informed of this until after the final had ended and the players were in jubilation.
Carmona expressed her feelings through a heartfelt message on X (formerly Twitter), writing, “And without knowing it, I had my Star before the game started. 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.” Netizens have taken this heartfelt moment in the World Cup to heart, lauding her love for her father and labeling this as one of the most wonderful moments of the cup.
Carmona was the only goalscorer in a game that saw the La Furia Roja lift their first-ever Women’s World Cup. The defender netted in the 29th minute after driving her shot low and hard into the bottom left corner. Her shot went past golden glove winner Mary Earps to secure Spain their first trophy.
Mary Earps bags Golden Glove despite coming runner-up
Lionesses keeper Mary Earps was awarded the Adidas Golden Glove as Spain won the World Cup. The Lionesses’ keeper put up spectacular performances throughout the tournament, letting in just 3 goals throughout the cup. Her performance in the final was a testament to the award. Her heroics in between the sticks kept England in the game against England.
When Spain was awarded a penalty in the 69th minute of the game, up stepped Earps to make the crucial save to keep the English dream alive. Earps expertly dove to her left to save Jenni Hermoso‘s penalty. Additionally, she made a number of crucial saves to keep England in the game. Her commanding nature and brave attitude have made her a fan favorite, especially on Twitter.
She was seen wiping off tears as she went up the podium to collect her Golden Glove award. The 30-year-old can be proud of her efforts after putting in a campaign for the ages.
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