PNGFA mourns death of goal keeper

The Papua New Guinea Football Association is mourning the death of Laiwaden goal keeper Mikes Gewa.

PNGFA President John Kapi Natto described the anguish felt at the loss of one so young, one who had his life set out before him.

“We have lost an upcoming player and a true son of Papua New Guinea. One who had football in his heart. Football was his life.

“This is a tragic event – a young man playing for the Laiwaden FC, dreaming of football glory, to be cut down in the richness of youth leaves us all with sore hearts, tears and prayers for Mikes’ family, friends, team-mates, coaches and Laiwaden FC officials.

“Mikes had been playing for Madang Soccer Association, Madang FC and now Laiwaden FC with distinction, he was a prospect that undoubtedly would have had a bright future in the game.

“No words can fully express our grief and dismay at seeing this happen, we can only pass on all our thoughts and prayers to the immediate family and friends of Mikes Gewa and hope they will get some strength from the out pouring of love and support from everyone,” Kapi Natto said.

Papua New Guinea Football Association will observe a minute of silence at all Kumul Petroleum National Soccer League matches this weekend to pay respect for 

Gewa, who lost his life on Sunday after spending 5 weeks at the Angau General Hospital from an injury sustained on the field during a Kumul Petroleum National Soccer League match in Lae.

He has left behind a young partner and baby.

 

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Press release