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SPAIN’S World Cup matchwinner was given heartbreaking news after the final that her father had died.
Olga Carmona scored the only goal of the women’s final against England and was later pictured joyfully kissing the trophy.
But hours afterwards the left-back was told of the family tragedy.
There was extra poignancy as she had celebrated scoring by raising her jersey to reveal a tribute to a friend’s mother, who had died.
Carmona explained the meaning of the “Merchi” message after the game.
The Spanish FA issued a statement to share their sadness at the death of their goal hero’s dad.
It read: “The @RFEF deeply regrets to report the death of Olga Carmona’s father. The soccer player learned the sad news after the World Cup final.
“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.”
Real Madrid star Carmona, 23, has a 24-year-old brother, Fran, who plays as a centre-back for Sevilla C.