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Footballer Rijohn Jose Dies in Tragic Road Accident
21 Sep
Summary
- Calicut FC defender Rijohn Jose died in a road accident on Sunday night.
- The accident occurred just hours after the club announced its new season squad.
- Rijohn Jose had previously helped Calicut FC win the inaugural Super League title.
Tragedy has struck the Super League Kerala as Calicut FC defender Rijohn Jose passed away in a road accident late Sunday night, September 20, 2026. The 29-year-old footballer was en route with fellow player Ghani Ahmed Nigam when their motorcycle collided with another near Christian College on Gandhi Road flyover around 10:30 PM.
Jose succumbed to his injuries early Monday morning, September 21, 2026, at Kozhikode Medical College Hospital. Nigam, who also represents Kerala in the Santosh Trophy, sustained serious injuries and is currently undergoing medical care.
The accident happened mere hours after Calicut FC unveiled its squad for the new Super League Kerala season, which is slated to commence on September 25, 2026. Both players had recently arrived in the city to join the team's preparations.
Rijohn Jose, originally from Thrissur, had a notable career, playing for Forca Kochi in the previous edition of the league before rejoining Calicut FC for the 2026 season. He was instrumental in Calicut FC's victory in the inaugural Super League Kerala title in 2024.
Gokulam Kerala FC extended their condolences, honoring Jose as a champion and offering support to his family and teammates during this difficult time.
