Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola’s mother died after contracting COVID-19, the club announced Monday. She was 82.

“The Manchester City family are devastated to report the death today of Pep’s mother Dolors Sala Carrió in Manresa, Barcelona, after contracting coronavirus,” Manchester City wrote in a public statement.

The 49-year-old Guardiola donated more than $100,000 to aid the fight against coronavirus in Spain last month and appeared on a team video urging fans to stay at home.

Spain has been badly affected by the pandemic with more than 13,000 deaths reported.
Manchester City’s rival, Manchester United, sent condolences on Twitter, writing:

“Everyone at Manchester United is saddened to hear this terrible news.

We send our heartfelt condolences to Pep and his family. #ACityUnited.”- USA Today