Spain’s captain Olga Carmona receives tragic news hours after winning her maiden FIFA World Cup

Carmona's heroics for Spain goes beyond her World Cup performances.

Spain’s captain Olga Carmona receives tragic news hours after winning her maiden FIFA World Cup

Carmon in jubilance post their WC victory. (Source: FRANCK FIFE / AFP)

Spanish youngster Olga Carmona proved her talent to the world. As a rising star as she scored an electrifying goal in the final of the World Cup game against England. Her strike was enough to lead her team to the trophy as Spain held onto the narrow 1-0 lead. As football gods would have it, the player who became a nationwide hero would not eventually ‘have it all’ as she learned of her father’s demise shortly after the match.

For any professional, something like this would break them apart. It must be challenging to process such heartbreaking news during one of the happiest moments of her life. The Spanish football body released a statement confirming the tragedy. They sent their condolences and prayers to the player and her family in this time of distress. Many fans also consoled their star as they sent strength to the Real Madrid player.

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The 23-year-old had broken the deadlock in the first half, which helped her team push through. Despite having an opportunity to increase their advantage in the second half with a penalty, the La Rojas were thwarted by England’s Mary Earps.“We send our most sincere hugs to Olga and her family in a moment of deep pain. We love you, Olga, you are the history of Spanish football,” was the official statement of the Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF).

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While concrete details of the death are still unknown, Carmona expressed through her Twitter handle, “I know that you have been watching me tonight and that you are proud of me. Rest in peace, Dad.” As the country unites to back its victorious defender, the global football community joins in, too, recognizing her father’s influential role in guiding her career.

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Olga Carmona’s incredible career through the years

Carmona become a national hero after scoring the only goal in the WC final.
Carmona become a national hero after scoring the only goal in the WC final. (Source: FIFA)

In 2019, at just seventeen, Olga Carmona was hailed as the future of Sevilla Football Club (Feminino), consistently drawing attention with her exceptional left foot and dynamic ball control. Her audacious style and electrifying play made her one of the globe’s most prized young talents.

In 2020, reports surfaced that the talented young Nervión player would move to Real Madrid Femenino. As her contract ended with the White and Reds. Her status as a prominent player for a pro football club while still, a teenager underscores her remarkable talent. She plays at the left-back position and is a force of nature in future attacks.


Her powerful strike secured victory in the 2023 Women’s World Cup Finals against England. It mirrored her crucial goals in the Under-18 European Title. She joined Madrid with significant playtime from her previous club at no cost. Olga Carmona is a rising star in Primera Iberdrola as Real Madrid Femenino seeks eminence like the men’s team.

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