At least 174 people died after stampede at Indonesian football match - police say 'it had gotten anarchic'

At least 174 people are reported to have died after a crush at a game on Saturday in Indonesia between Arema FC and Persebaya Surabaya.

Police reportedly tear-gassed some supporters after Arema FC were beaten 3-2 by Peresebaya Surabaya in East Java.Around 180 people were understandably hurt in the stampede and the disaster is one of the worst to take place in a football stadium.

“Therefore, the victims generally died from pushing, squeezing, trampling, and shortness of breath. There were no victims of beating or harassment between supporters. “I deeply regret this tragedy and I hope this is the last soccer tragedy in this country. Don’t let another human tragedy like this happen in the future,” he said.

Indonesia were due to host the 2023 FIFA U-20 World Cup, with 24 teams competing in the competition. The host of the tournament will automatically qualify.Fans reportedly ran onto the pitch after the final whistle and police then fired tear gas, leading to the stampede.

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