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The All India Football Federation condoles the death of former FIFA referee Shivappa Shetty who passed away earlier today, May 19, 2019 morning. He was 86.
Shivappa is survived by his wife, his two sons, and a daughter. He was hospitalised on Saturday evening on signs of food poisoning, and later succumbed to a multi organ failure.
A former FIFA Panel Referee, he also served as an AFC Instructor, an AIFF Referees Instructor, an AIFF Match Commissioner, an AIFF Referee Board member, as well as the President of the Bombay Referees Association.
He was also instrumental in forming the Central Bank of India Football team, and besides being a notable player for the team, acted as the sports General Secretary for the organisation.
AIFF president Praful Patel in his message said, “It is sad to hear that Mr. Shivappa Shetty is no more. His contribution to Indian Football will never be forgotten. I share the grief.”
All India Football Federation general secretary Kushal Das in his message said, “Mr. Shivappa Shetty will be alive in his achievements. He was a passionate and capable referee. Indian Football owes him a lot. May his soul rest in peace.”
