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Former India international Pranab Ganguly passes away

Former India international footballer Pranab Ganguly breathed his last at the age of 75 on Friday in Kolkata. The former Mohun Bagan had a cardiac arrest.

Born on September 9, 1945, Ganguly started his career with the Kolkata-based club Howrah Union. In 1967, Ganguly moved to Mohun Bagan and played for seven consecutive seasons. He was an integral part of the Indian football team squad which took part in the Merdeka Cup held in Kuala Lumpur where they had finished sixth.

Remembering Ganguly, All India Football Federation (AIFF) President Praful Patel said, “It is sad to hear that Mr.