A footballer has reportedly died after being struck by lightning during a friendly match.
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According to Indonesian publication PRFM News, a footballer by the name of Septain Raharja has passed away after a lightning bolt struck him at the Siliwangi Stadium on the weekend.
The 35-year-old was playing in a friendly match between 2 FLO FC Bandung and FBI Subang when he collapsed to the ground after the lightning strike shortly before his teammates rushed over to him.
It is claimed that Raharja was still breathing moments after the incident, but was pronounced dead after being rushed to hospital.
You can see the incident in the video below. Warning: Graphic content.
This happened during a football match in Indonesia ???? pic.twitter.com/JHdzafaUpV
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It is said this is the second time an Indonesian footballer has been struck by lightning in the past year.
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