Clubs announce sad news: Former Süper Lig player passes away at 25

25-year-old footballer Tolga Kalender, who was continuing his career at Bandırmaspor, has passed away. The news of the young player's death was met with great sadness by his family and loved ones, as well as the football community.

It has been learned that the funeral for Kalender, who also wore the Adana Demirspor jersey in the past, will be held today at the Kabasakal Cemetery in Adana following the afternoon prayer.

In a message published on its social media account, Bandırmaspor stated that they learned of Kalender's death with deep sorrow and extended their condolences to his family, relatives, teammates, loved ones, and the Bandırmaspor community.

We have learned with deep sorrow of the passing of our club's valued footballer, Tolga Kalender.

May God have mercy on our precious footballer who left us at a young age; we extend our patience and condolences to his family, relatives, teammates, loved ones, and the entire Bandırmaspor community… pic.twitter.com/NHUbfpaR4e

— Bandırmaspor (@Bandirmaspor) September 23, 2026

Adana Demirspor also shared a condolence message for their former player. The blue-and-navy club emphasized that Kalender had served the club for many years and wore its jersey with great dedication.

We have learned with deep sorrow of the passing of our former footballer Tolga Kalender, who served our Adana Demirspor for many years and wore our jersey with great dedication.

With his efforts under our blue-and-navy jersey, his struggles, and beautiful memories, he will remain in the memory of our community… pic.twitter.com/ixAsGK9fi7

— Adana Demirspor (@AdsKulubu) September 23, 2026