Millwall goalkeeper Matija Sarkic dies aged 26

Published on Jun 15, 2024

Millwall goalkeeper Matija Sarkic has died aged 26, the club have announced.

A statement on the club's official website said: "Millwall Football Club is completely devastated to announce that Matija Sarkic has passed away at the age of 26.

"Everyone at the club sends their love and condolences to Matija's family and friends at this immensely sad time."

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Sarkic made 33 appearances for the club last season after joining from Wolverhampton Wanderers in August 2023.

He also played for a number of other British clubs including Aston Villa, Birmingham City, Stoke City and Wigan and won eight caps for Montenegro.

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