Matija Sarkic, the goalkeeper for Millwall and Montenegro, passed away on Saturday at the age of 26, the Championship club announced on Saturday. Sarkic was serving abroad when he became ill in his native nation. According to the daily newspaper Vijesti in Montenegro, Sarkic passed away early in the morning in an apartment in Budva. Nothing further was revealed.
Matija Sarkic: Professional Career
Sarkic’s last appearance for Montenegro was a 2-0 loss away to Belgium on June 5. He made his tenth appearance for his country, as stated by the Montenegrin soccer association.
In a friendly encounter on Wednesday, Montenegro lost 2-0 to Belgium. Sarkic was awarded man of the match for his superb performance, making nine saves.
Šarkić, who was born in Grimsby, England, started his professional career in Belgium with Anderlecht before relocating to Aston Villa in 2015. He was a junior player for Aston Villa and Anderlecht in Belgium. After joining Millwall in August 2023 from Premier League team Wolverhampton Wanderers, he made 33 appearances for the club.
Condolences Stroll In From Various Football Federations
In a statement, Millwall said, “Everyone at the club sends their love and condolences to Matija’s family and friends at this immensely sad time.” “The club will make no further comment at this time and asks that the privacy of Matija’s family is respected.”
According to a statement from the Montenegro Football Association (FSCG), Sarkic was an “always smiling guy.” “Our dear Matija, we will miss you and your cheerful spirit, your work ethic, and your great defense,” the statement read.
“We extend our sincere sympathies to Matija’s friends, family, and everyone he knew on behalf of European football. “May Matija rest in peace,” UEFA’s governing body said in a statement.
The English Premier League team Villa expressed its sadness over the news on X, formerly Twitter, and offered its “thoughts and condolences” to his friends and family. The former player for the Wolves was characterized as “smart, bright, warm, and funny.” The Premier League team expressed their shock at the news on X, saying, “We are truly heartbroken.”
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