A few hours after the death of Jian Kayo, goalkeeper of Ituano, the team went to the field and won Santo André, with the right to an emotional tribute to the young player
One day after the death of Jian Kayoformer goalkeeper Ituanothe team from the interior of São Paulo was strong and faced the Saint Andrew. In a complicated situation in Paulistan, Galo de Itu won the first match at home and moved away from the relegation zone. Elected player of the match, Edward Paterson dedicated the victory and his goal to his former teammate, who died aged 21.
“It is very important to win this trophy (for the best on the field), the most important thing is the victory. I would do anything to trade this shallow trophy so I could have Jian celebrate with us in the locker room. I think that every day the most important thing is for us to try to be a better son, a better person, to tell the people we love”said the player.
With great sadness and consternation, Ituano FC announces the death of the athlete JIAN KAYO GOMES SOARES. His body was found lifeless at his residence on Saturday night. As soon as possible, after release by the authorities and the Family, we will disclose more information. pic.twitter.com/QpnPTtv8ui
— Ituano Futebol Clube (@ituanooficial) February 19, 2023
The midfielder was moved in the post-game interview, mourning the death of his teammate. In a reflective speech, Paterson spoke about the need to value what we love. As with Jian, all of us can experience a sudden loss without having a chance to say goodbye.
“My mother is here, I scored a goal and said I loved her, my girlfriend too. There are so many things that are superficial, but the most important thing is getting home, having a message from my girlfriend, my father, my friends, knowing that I am doing my best and making them proud.”completed the player from Ituano.
Before the match, Ituano received the support of Santo André, opponent of the 10th round, suggesting a possible postponement of the match. However, Galo de Itu decided to take the field and dedicate the triumph to Jian Kayo. The team’s next confrontation in Paulistão is against St Bernarda team that has been packing a good sequence of results.
Source: sportbuzz
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