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Dallas Cup Mourns the Loss of Former Executive Director, Gordon Jago MBE

Jul 6, 2025
1 min read

It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of the passing of our beloved friend and former Executive Director, Gordon Jago MBE.

Gordon’s impact on the Dallas Cup and the global game is immeasurable. During his decade as Executive Director (2002–2012), he helped transform the tournament into one of the world’s premier stages for elite youth soccer, welcoming international giants like Manchester United, Real Madrid, and Barcelona to North Texas. His legacy lives on through the Gordon Jago Super Group, renamed in his honor in 2012, which continues to showcase the very best in U19 competition each year.

Before his time with Dallas Cup, Gordon’s remarkable career spanned every corner of the game. He was a long-time player with Charlton Athletic, an iconic manager in England with QPR and Millwall, and a coaching pioneer in the United States, leading the Tampa Bay Rowdies, Dallas Sidekicks, and shaping the growth of soccer in the U.S.

More than his achievements, Gordon will be remembered as a kind, humble, and generous man whose passion for the game, and for people, touched countless lives.

He remained a cherished ambassador for the Dallas Cup through his final days. His legacy will forever be woven into the fabric of our tournament and our hearts.

Thank you, Gordon. You will be deeply missed.

 
 
 

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