Former Sochaux and Mali Midfielder Kalilou Traoré Dies at 38 in Car Accident

Malian football and FC Sochaux-Montbéliard are in mourning following the death of former midfielder Kalilou Traoré at the age of 38 in a car accident. The club expressed deep sadness and offered condolences to his family and loved ones. Traoré, a 17-time Malian international who participated in the Africa Cup of Nations, played for Sochaux from 2012 to 2014, making 11 Ligue 1 appearances. He joined Sochaux after a notable stint at Danish club Odense, where he played in the Europa League. His career was cut short in 2014 at just 26 years old due to a serious knee injury. The news was confirmed by FC Sochaux-Montbéliard via an official statement on July 26, 2026.

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Former Sochaux and Mali Midfielder Kalilou Traoré Dies at 38 in Car AccidentFoot Mercato : Info Transferts Football - Actu Foot TransfertWesternJul 26, 02:37 PM UTC

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