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Football Legend Gordon Jago Passes Away at 92

7/7/2025

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Gordon Jago, a legendary figure in football, passed away at 92 in July 2025. Renowned for coaching the Tampa Bay Rowdies to championship glory, he also managed various teams in England and played a pivotal role as executive director of the Dr Pepper Dallas Cup. His legacy lives on as a charter member of the FC Dallas Walk of Fame.

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Gordon Jago, a legendary figure in football, passed away at 92 in July 2025. Renowned for coaching the Tampa Bay Rowdies to championship glory, he also managed various teams in England and played a pivotal role as executive director of the Dr Pepper Dallas Cup. His legacy lives on as a charter member of the FC Dallas Walk of Fame.