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Chennai: The former East Bengal midfielder Kalia Kulothungan was killed on Saturday in a road accident in his hometown Thanjavur in Tamil Nadu
It is learned that around 2 am , the Kulothungan bike crashed against an iron fence. and he died on the spot. He was 40 years old.
Representative photo. AFP
A talented midfielder who also played as winger, "Kulo", as he was affectionately called in Kolkata Maidan circuit, was best known for his three-year stint in East Bengal from 2002 to 2005.
He was part of the East Bengal ASEAN Cup in 2003 and was also a member of the team that won two consecutive League I (NFL) titles.
He then played two seasons for Mohammedan Sporting and Mohun Bagan. Outside Mumbai FC and Viva Kerala,
However, after his stint in East Bengal, he was never the same player as his form and he was able to settle in no club
. the best footballers came from Tamil Nadu and were also captain of the state at the Santosh Trophy. He played for the last time competing in the second division I-League of the Bhowanipore Club
. The captain of India, Sunil Chhetri, who had played a lot against Kulo and some matches against Kulo, was shocked. death of Kalia Kulothungan. He was one of the best ball players I have ever rubbed. Never take life for granted.
– Sunil Chhetri (@ chetrisunil11) July 28, 2018
The attacker from India and Kerala Blasters, CK Vineeth, also expressed his condolences
Extremely upsetting 39, hear about Kalia Kulothungan – It was taken too early from us all. Rest in peace, Anna. We will miss you! pic.twitter.com/G6TzEGGCk8
– CK Vineeth (@ckvineeth) July 28, 2018
Mohun Bagan and Mohammedan Sporting Club also sent their messages of condolence.
We are deeply saddened by the news of the sudden disappearance of our former football player, Kalia Kulothungan, as a result of a road accident.
"We express our deepest condolences to the bereaved family, and we ask everyone to give their family's comfort and courage to fight this premature and irreparable loss, and let his soul rest in peace," he said. Mohun Bagan's secretary, Anjan Mitra.
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