Xavier was committed to the development of football

Mark Xavier

The Guyana Football Federation (GFF) has expressed condolences to the family of former Golden Jaguars national team manager Mark `Super Markie’ Xavier who passed away on Tuesday evening.

A press release from the GFF stated that president Wayne Forde offered his deepest sympathy to the family of the former football and sport enthusiast, who reportedly died from the COVID-19 virus while receiving treatment at the Infectious Disease Hospital, Liliendaal.

Forde noted that Xavier was a true servant of the discipline and was the ideal example for many, as he possessed an unwavering commitment in pursuit of the game’s overall development.