Matija Sarkic Dies: Millwall’s Montenegro Goalkeeper Shockingly Passes Away at Age 26

The young goalkeeper's most recent match for Montenegro was on June 5, a 2-0 loss at Belgium. It was his ninth international appearance, according to the Montenegro soccer federation. Sarkic played 33 times for Millwall, a club in London, since joining from Premier League team Wolverhampton in August last year.

Matija Sarkic (Photo credit: Twitter @MillwallFC)

London, Jun 15:  Matija Sarkic, the Montenegro goalkeeper who played for English second-tier club Millwall, has died. He was 26. Millwall announced the death of Sarkic on Saturday. No further details were disclosed. UEFA Euro 2024: Jamal Musiala's Standout Performance Helps Germany Seal 5-1 Win Over Scotland.

Sarkic's most recent match for Montenegro was on June 5, a 2-0 loss at Belgium. It was his ninth international appearance, according to the Montenegro soccer federation. “Everyone at the club sends their love and condolences to Matija's family and friends at this immensely sad time,” Millwall said.

“The club will make no further comment at this time and asks that the privacy of Matija's family is respected.” Sarkic played 33 times for Millwall, a club in London, since joining from Premier League team Wolverhampton in August last year. (AP)

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