President Ramotar pledges government’s support to football

President Donald Ramotar holds the FIFA World Cup Trophy aloft. (Orlando Charles photo)

With the backing of the government and other stakeholders, Guyana’s football could one day be a permanent fixture on the world stage.

So said former Trinidad and Tobago Captain and now FIFA Ambassador, Dwight Yorke during last night’s FIFA World Cup Trophy Tour ceremony at Thirst Park.

Yorke, who also played for Aston Villa and Manchester United, stated that the trophy “being here is a historic moment for Guyana’s football.”

Yorke said that the trophy passing through Guyana…”will encourage the youths of this generation to continue to pursue their dreams since I am living proof to people that if I can make it so can you.

“This goes to show where Guyana’s football is. I believe that football has a