Did you know? An emerging Filipino footballer making waves with the Philippines U-23 National Team has roots in Cagayan de Oro City. Javier Alessandro “Javi” Jacutin Mariona, 20, who impressed fans with his skill and composure at the Mandiri Cup 2025, is the son of former CDO tennis star Marisue Jacutin and Rodrigo Mariona, grandson of Salvadoran football legend Salvador Mariona. With such a strong sporting pedigree, it’s no surprise that sports excellence runs in his blood.
Watch Mariona score against football powerhouse Vietnam below.
Mariona also scored a penalty goal against Brunei.
Browse over some of his photos below.
Mariona currently plays as an attacking midfielder and forward for AV Alta FC in the USL League One in the United States.
Early this year, Mariona had a homecoming in Cagayan de Oro.
