Archive · 22 Jan 2026
Legendary Defender Ilyas Pasha Passes Away
Ilyas Pasha, a famous football player from India, has passed away at the age of 61.
He was known for being a very good defender and played for important teams like East Bengal and the Indian national team.
Pasha started his career in Bengaluru and became very successful, winning many trophies.
He was also a captain for East Bengal and was respected by his teammates.
Many people in the football world are sad about his passing and remember him as a great player and a kind person.
Ilyas Pasha, a former India and East Bengal defender, passed away at the age of 61 after a prolonged illness.
He was renowned for his impeccable sense of timing, calm demeanour, and ability to read the game astutely.
Pasha made his senior India debut on January 27, 1987, and earned eight international caps.
He was a member of East Bengal's celebrated triple crown-winning side in 1990 and captained the team during the 1993-94 season.
Pasha won numerous trophies with East Bengal, including multiple Calcutta Football League, IFA Shield, and Durand Cup titles.
- Who
- Ilyas Pasha, former India and East Bengal defender
- What
- Passed away after a prolonged illness
- When
- Thursday (age 61)
- Where
- Bengaluru, India
- Why
- Due to a prolonged illness
- Name
- Ilyas Pasha
- Age
- 61
- International Debut
- January 27, 1987
- International Caps
- 8
- Clubs
- East Bengal, Mohammedan Sporting, Indian Telephone Industries, Vinayaka Football Club
- Notable Achievements
- East Bengal's triple crown-winning side in 1990, Captained East Bengal in 1993-94, Lifetime Achievement Award from East Bengal in 2012
- Survived By
- Wife, two daughters, two sons
Sources
Legendary defender Ilyas Pasha no more
Former India Defender Ilyas Pasha Dead, Aiff, East Bengal Condole
East Bengal legend Ilyas Pasha dies: AIFF leads condolences, football fraternity mourns death of ex-India international
