Former East Bengal mid-fielder Kalia Kulothungan passes away

By Rajdeep Saha
(PTI desk)

Jul 28, 2018

03:43 pm

What's the story

The football fraternity is deeply saddened by the sudden demise of former East Bengal and Mohammedan Sporting mid-fielder Kalia Kulothungan. The Tamil Nadu born player died in a bike accident on Saturday. The 39-year-old former Tamil Nadu skipper suffered the fatal accident in his village. The mid-fielder last turned out for Kolkata side Bhawanipore FC. Here is more on the same.

Twitter Post

RIP Kalia Kulothungan!

We at Mohammedan Sporting Club deeply saddened to hear about the untimely demise of former midfielder Kalia Kulothungan. Remembering his wonderful and gentle soul will forever remain in our hearts. May he rest in peace. pic.twitter.com/ORzrrZvOYC

— Mohammedan SC (@MDSCOfficial) July 28, 2018

Trophies

Kulothungan won titles with East Bengal

The former mid-fielder played for a host of clubs during his career. He represented 4 Bengal outfits, besides Mumbai FC and Viva Kerala. He won several trophies during a successful career that included two I-League titles with East Bengal. Tributes poured in for the player from several corners of the football fraternity. He was an inspiration for many budding players.

Twitter Post

Chhetri remembers Kulothungan

Really upsetting to hear about the passing away of Kalia Kulothungan. He was one of the best ball players I've played alongside. Let's never take life for granted.

— Sunil Chhetri (@chetrisunil11) July 28, 2018