Indian football mourns the loss of former India forward Gilbertson Sangma

Gilbertson Sangma passes away at the age of 70

The Indian football fraternity condoled the death of former India forward Gilbertson Sangma, who passed away in Guwahati on April 3, 2026. He was 70.

A forward of repute from Assam, Gilbertson Sangma represented India at the international level in 1975. He made his senior national team debut against Indonesia on April 17, 1975, in the Marah Halim Cup in Jakarta. Sangma went on to earn three caps for India, all of which came during the same tournament.

A towering figure in Assam’s domestic football history

At the domestic level, Sangma was a consistent performer for Assam in the Santosh Trophy from 1972 to 1980, scoring four goals in the competition during his appearances for the state side.

At the club level, he represented Assam Police from 1972 to 1982 and was part of the team that won the Bordoloi Trophy in 1981. Sangma scored the decisive goal in the final against Dempo, sealing the title for his side.

The Indian football fraternity joins in mourning the loss of Gilbertson Sangma and honours his contributions to the sport.

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