English football club Millwall are “completely devastated” after the shock death of goalkeeper Matija Sarkic, aged 26.
Sarkic died unexpectedly after falling ill while on international duty with Montenegro.
He was reportedly at a friend’s apartment when he fell ill on Saturday morning. An ambulance was called, but he was unable to be saved.
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He was Millwall’s No.1 goalkeeper, making 33 appearances for the side as they finished 13th in the Championship this season.
He also made nine appearances for the Montenegro, including just two weeks ago when he played in a friendly against Belgium.
The club released a statement confirming his death.
“Millwall Football Club is completely devastated to announce that Matija Sarkic has passed away at the age of 26,” they said.
“Sarkic, The Lions’ number one goalkeeper, made 33 appearances for the club since joining from Wolverhampton Wanderers in August 2023.
“A Montenegro international, Matija proudly represented his country on nine occasions.
“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.”
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