Sunday morning brought very sad news for everyone. Marián Čišovský passed away at the age of 40. FC Viktoria Plzeň would like to express its deepest condolences to the whole family and to all fans who hold Marián dear to their hearts. Marián, rest in peace!

"It´s sad news for everyone. Marián was a great football player, friend, father, husband... On behalf of the whole club, all its employees, players and coaches, I would like to express our deepest condolences to Marián´s family and those who are closest to them," said general manager Adolf Šádek. "The way he fought until the last moment is inspirational for everyone who has to fight with a similar kind of disease."

FC Viktoria Plzeň will honor the memory of Marián Čišovský during Sunday´s league match against Sparta Prague. A place of reverence will be created in front of the stadium, where all fans can light a candle and remember the extraordinary person we lost today.

Marián, rest in peace!