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Santosh Kumar

b. 1975

Indian football referee

Association football referee Association football player
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About Santosh Kumar

Born 1975. Santosh Kumar is an Indian association football referee and association football player.

Muringothumalil Santosh Kumar (born 12 May 1975) is an Indian professional football referee who officiates primarily in the I-League and Indian Super League.

In 2012 it was announced that Kumar would be one of three referees in India to be made professional by the All India Football Federation.

Personal life and career Born in Kerala, Kumar grew up in a village that was very passionate about football. He played for small local clubs, earning Rs. 200 per match. He started out as a referee in the 1990s for local village games. He passed his written and physical exam for refereeing in 1996.

Kumar also refereed the match between Bayern Munich and India in which Bayern Munich won 4–0.

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Important facts

Born
12 May 1975, Kottayam
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Association football referee, association football player
Nationality
India
Also known as
Muringothumalil Santosh Kumar

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Santosh Kumar?

Indian football referee

When was Santosh Kumar born?

Santosh Kumar was born on 12 May 1975 in Kottayam.

What is Santosh Kumar's occupation?

Santosh Kumar is an association football referee and association football player.

What nationality is Santosh Kumar?

Santosh Kumar is Indian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Santosh Kumar

· Wikidata: Q19666977

· DBpedia: Santosh Kumar (referee)

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