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Football star suddenly dies aged 26 leaving fans shocked


Tributes have poured in after the sudden death of Millwall goalkeeper Matija Sarkic, who has died aged 26. He had been representing his country internationally last week

The sportsman started Montenegro's 2-0 friendly defeat to Belgium last Thursday and was named man of the match after making an impressive nine saves. 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. Tributes continued to pour in for the footballer with one Birmingham City fan posting: "Heartbreaking news this morning that our former goalkeeper Matija Sarkic has tragically passed away at the age of 26.

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