FIFA President Gianni Infantino addresses a news conference after a FIFA Council in Zurich, Switzerland, January 10, 2017. REUTERS/Arnd Wiegmann

Following the passing on former Real De Banjul FC and Scorpions Captain Papa Sarr Corr which sad event occurred on Monday 31st August, 2020, messages of condolences have started pouring in at Football House.

The latest message of condolences is been dispatched by FIFA President Gianni Infantino who writes through the 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“.

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 noted.

The late Gambia Captain was laid to rest on Monday 31st August, 2020 with scores of sympathizers describing him as amiable and loyal to both club and country.