It is with great sadness that the football world mourns the passing of Matija Sarkic , the 26-year-old goalkeeper for Millwall. Sarkic's untimely death has left a void in the hearts of fans and teammates alike, as they remember him as a talented player with a promising future ahead.
As a young athlete, Sarkic had already achieved significant success in his career, having represented his national team and played for several clubs before joining Millwall. His dedication to the sport and his passion for the game were evident in every match he played, earning him respect and admiration from all who knew him.
A statement from Millwall said: “Millwall Football Club is completely devastated to announce that Matija Sarkic has passed away at the age of 26.
“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 numerous occasions.
Sarkic made 33 appearances last season with the Millwall Supporters' Club adding to the tributes on social media: “What horrendous news to wake up to this morning that our goalkeeper Matija Sarkic has died at the young age of 26. Devastating news for his friends and family and for all of us associated with Millwall. Once a lion, always a lion.”
While Birmingham City added: “Everyone at Birmingham City is shocked and saddened to learn of the news that our former goalkeeper, Matija Sarkic, has passed away at the age of 26. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends and all those that knew him.”
Millwall Supporters' Club posted on X: "What horrendous news to wake up to this morning that our goalkeeper Matija Sarkic has died at the young age of 26. Devastating news for his friends and family and for all of us associated with Millwall. Once a lion, always a lion."
His former club Aston Villa also posted on X: "Everyone at Aston Villa is deeply saddened by news of the passing of our former goalkeeper Matija Sarkic.
"Matija joined our Academy in 2015 and spent five years with the club, during which time he made his full international debut for Montenegro, before departing in the summer of 2020.
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