Footballer Rijohn Jose dies in road accident
Another player, Gani Ahammed Nigam, was with Rijohn at the time of the accident and is undergoing treatment
Footballer Rijohn Jose lost his life in a road accident on Sunday night (September 21, 2026) at the Gandhi Road Flyover in Kozhikode. The 29-year-old defender for Calicut FC in the Super League Kerala succumbed to his injuries. Gani Ahammed Nigam, another player present during the incident, is currently receiving medical treatment.
Calicut FC confirmed that their player sustained no serious injuries, according to a release from the club. Rijohn hailed from Olur in Thrissur and was part of the Calicut FC team that claimed victory in the inaugural Super League Kerala edition in 2024. Prior to joining Kozhikode-based Calicut FC, he had played for Sreebhumi FC, George Telegraph SC, FC Deccan, and Forca Kochi FC.
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