FIFA President condoles with Gambia over late Gambian Captain
Banjul, Gambia (PANA) - Following the death of former Real De Banjul FC and National team Captain, Papa Sarr Corr, which occurred on Monday 31 August, 2020, messages of condolences have started pouring in at the Football House in Banjul.
The latest message of condolences was sent by FIFA President, Gianni Infantino, who wrote through the Gambian Football Federation (GFF) President, Lamin Kaba Bajo, to covey his deepest sympathy to the GFF and to Papa Sarr Corr's family, his friends and loved ones.
"I would like to express my sincerest and heartfelt condolences on the passing of former international player, Papa Sarr Corr. Words seem inadequate to express the sadness we feel for this loss," he writes.
The FIFA boss also described the former Real De Banjul Captain and legend as "one of the pillars of the national team of The Gambia".
The head of World football said the late National Captain would be remembered for his long and successful career at Real De Banjul FC. "Captain and legend of Real de Banjul FC, his legacy and achievements, and in particular his friendly personality, his popularity, his leadership, his loyalty and his human qualities, will not be forgotten, and he will be truly missed," Infantino further wrote.
The late Gambia Captain was laid to rest on Monday 31 August, 2020 with scores of sympathizers describing him as amiable and loyal to both club and country.
The GFF President, Bajo, also paid tribute to the late George F Gomez, former GFF President and veteran sports administrator.
He said the news of the passing of Mr. Gomez, has left a huge scar on all Gambian spheres of life.
Mr. Gomez was credited to have played significant contribution to the growth and development of football in The Gambia.
In a Facebook tribute, the GFF President described "Uncle George" as a legend whose role in sports research is unparalleled.
"Waking up this morning learning about the passing away of one of greatest sons of the land was yet another devastating news within a short space of time.
The untimely demise of the Legendary Gomez is a monumental loss to the country and sports in particular. He was both a successful athlete and sports administrator who is not easy to equal, Bajo wrote.
"I had my first close interactions with him during his days as the SG/CEO of the then GNOSC and this continued till today. He's an encyclopedia of Gambian sports, especially football, and very generous in sharing his knowledge and experience. This is manifested in the publication of books in the domain.
Uncle George will be remembered most at the GFF by his unparalleled role in the research and organization of the Maiden GFF Recognition and Awards Night held earlier this year. Equally, he will be missed amongst other things in our plans to set up a Gambia Football Museum, the matter being the last thing I discussed with him recently.
"On behalf of the GFF and the entire football family of The Gambia, I extend my deepest condolences to the bereaved family and pray that his gentle soul rest in perfect peace," Mr. Bajo wrote.
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