A tragic incident occurred during a football match in Indonesia this week, resulting in the death of a player who was struck by lightning mid-game. The shocking event took place on Tuesday at the Siliwangi Stadium in Bandung, West Java, as two local teams competed in a friendly match.According to eyewitness accounts, it began raining during the match. Moments later, a flash of lightning struck one of the players on the field. Video footage shows the man immediately collapsing to the ground as his teammates rushed to his aid. His jersey appeared scorched from the lightning strike.The unconscious player was quickly transported to the nearby Sariningsih Hospital for emergency treatment. Tragically, doctors were unable to revive him and he was pronounced dead upon arrival.lightning struck a man during a football match in Indonesia 🇮🇩https://t.co/JnRUJSukl1— Kobbie Mainoo Fans (@KobbeMainoo) February 11, 2024Local media reports that the deceased player was breathing initially after being struck but sadly could not be saved. The chilling video of him being hit by lightning continues to circulate on social media, sparking dismay and sadness over his untimely passing during what began as a routine sporting event.While deadly lightning strikes are rare, Indonesia does see frequent electrical storms during its wet monsoon season. This heartbreaking incident serves as a sobering reminder of the unpredictability of nature and how quickly tragedy can strike. The local football community is now mourning the loss of one of its members.
