4.Douglas Da Silva
Douglas Da Silva played for all “Big Three” in Kolkata and was known for his versatility to play at any position and formed a vital cog in Subhash Bhowmik’s East Bengal side.Douglas was a more gifted footballer in midfield where he could win crucial tackles and feed the forward line with his wide passing range. He was a master in controlling the game for midfield either to hold a defensive shape or push the team moving forward.
With a gifted left foot and strong header, he was an imminent threat going forward into the box.Douglas was a crucial member in East Bengal’s ASEAN winning team in 2003 and played an integral part in winning two National League titles for the Red and Golds.
Douglas also played for rival club Mohun Bagan having won the Calcutta League and Federation club with the Mariners but had a tepid stint with Mohammedan Sporting.