Borja Sainz posts emotional farewell to his mother after sudden loss

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·1 March 2026

Borja Sainz posts emotional farewell to his mother after sudden loss

Borja Sainz shared a heartfelt farewell to his mother on Sunday, posting on social media following her death.

The Porto player missed the 3-1 win over Arouca on Friday. The player said in a post that it was hard to write and that everything happened suddenly, bringing immense pain.

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It remains hard to accept he will no longer hear her voice. He will miss her call after every match and her habit of caring for everyone.

She was described as the heart of the home, leaving an unfillable void as well as a life full of love, values and strength. There was a promise to keep fighting for her, and a belief she would stay with them in every step, decision and embrace, along with a declaration of love that endures.

The tribute quickly drew responses from team-mates and supporters.

Source: O Jogo