Veteran Kerala footballer P. Paulose, 76, who was part of the Kerala team that won the Santosh Trophy for the first time in 1973, passed away on Monday. Hailing from Aluva, he was a dependable left wing-back and represented Kerala in the Santosh Trophy for eight years, captaining the side in 1979. After retirement, he made lasting contributions as a football administrator, serving the Kerala Football Association for over three decades and holding the post of senior vice-president at the time of his death.

P. Paulose’s passing marks the end of an era in Kerala football, as both a decorated player and a dedicated administrator. His contributions on and off the field have left a lasting legacy in the state’s footballing history.(With inputs from Agencies)