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Born in Uruguay, Clavijo died Friday at his home in Fort Lauderdale, Florida after five years of fighting against multiple myeloma and cancer of plasma cells (white blood cells).
A career spanning more than 45 years as a player, coach and technical director led to Clavijo's induction into the US Football Hall of Fame in 2005.
"All members of the American football family are deeply saddened by the pbading of Fernando Clavijo, one of the football pioneers in the United States," said American Football Federation President Carlos Cordeiro.
"As a player, coach, mentor and friend, Fernando has had an impact on the lives of generations of people involved in the sport he has dedicated his life to." Today we are thinking of his family and friends, and his great legacy. "
No details regarding funeral and memorial services have been announced.
"It is with deep sadness that we share the announcement of the death of Fernando Clavijo on February 8th after a courageous battle against cancer," said the Clavijo family in a statement.
"The support and encouragement that he has received from friends and the entire football community throughout his fight will always be appreciated.
"At that time, the Clavjio family demands respect for their privacy while we mourn the loss of a great man."
Clavijo, who played indoor football from 1981 to 1992, had 61 caps for the United States from 1990 to 1994.
He coached the 2000-2002 Major League Soccer New England Revolution and the 2005-2008 Colorado Rapids as a coach of Haiti 's national team.
Since 2012, he has been Technical Director of FC Dallas, a member of MLS, before retiring last September to focus on health issues.
"Major League Soccer is deeply mourning the death of Fernando Clavijo, a talented player, coach and sports director," said MLS Commissioner Don Garber.
"Fernando was an important leader in three MLS clubs and played a key role in the league's development strategy.More importantly, he was a joy to all who knew him and inspired him. Countless young players.
"Fernando fought cancer with strength, courage and grace, and we are all sorry for the news of his pbading."
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