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At least 174 people have died in a stampede after tear gas fired by police sparked panic among fans rioting after a soccer match in Indonesia, in one of ...

In April 2001, more than 40 people are crushed to death during a soccer match at Ellis Park in Johannesburg, South Africa. Witnesses said fans flooded the Kanjuruhan Stadium pitch and demanded that Arema management explain why, after 23 years of undefeated home matches against rival Persebaya, this one ended in a loss. Indonesia is due to host the 2023 FIFA under-20 World Cup, with 24 participating teams. “I deeply regret this tragedy and I hope this is the last soccer tragedy in this country," Indonesian President [Indonesia](https://www.nbcnews.com/news/world/indonesia-quake-rattles-residents-only-one-hurt-minor-damage-rcna8676), in one of the worst sporting tragedies in the world. [FIFA](https://www.nbcnewyork.com/news/sports/fifa-to-use-new-high-tech-for-offside-calls-at-world-cup/3759156/), the world soccer body, which called the incident "a tragedy beyond comprehension."

Jakarta, Indonesia (AP) -- Violence and a deadly stampede that erupted following a domestic league soccer match Saturday night marked another tragedy in ...

Chaos broke out after a local match in East Java province, triggering police to fire tear gas, resulting in the stampede. Indonesia Soccer Deaths. Football fans ...

- He also orders the suspension of the premier football league until a re-evaluation on match safety measures is carried out and tighter security put in place. - FIFA President Gianni Infantino says the football world is “in a state of shock”. The death toll has been revised down to 125 from 174.

The death toll from panic at an Indonesian soccer match climbed to 174, most of whom were trampled to death after police fired tear gas to dispel riots, ...

Brawls were reported outside the stadium during and after the semifinal round match of the East Java Governor’s Cup, which ended with Persebaya beating Arema 4-2. In April 2001, more than 40 people are crushed to death during a soccer match at Ellis Park in Johannesburg, South Africa. “We must continue to maintain sportsmanship, humanity and a sense of brotherhood of the Indonesian nation.” They have also announced that Arema FC could be banned from hosting games for the rest of the season. Indonesia is due to host the 2023 FIFA U-20 World Cup from May 20 to June 11, with 24 participating teams. Some suffocated in the chaos and others were trampled, killing 34 almost instantly.

At least 174 people were killed and around 180 injured at a soccer match in Indonesia after panicked fans were trying to flee during a riot, ...

Screams can be heard near the exit gate as fans attempt to flee with women and children among those caught in the crush, according to an account on Twitter posted by a fan. Video footage shot by a Reuters witness shows fans clashing with police on the pitch. He says 42,000 tickets had been issued for a stadium that is only supposed to hold 38,000 people.

JAKARTA, Oct 2 (Reuters) - At least 129 people were killed and around 180 injured at a soccer match in Indonesia after panicked fans were trampled and ...

Indonesia is scheduled to host the FIFA under-20 World Cup in May and June next year. Scuffles can be seen, with what appeared to be tear gas in the air. He said 42,000 tickets had been issued for a stadium that is only supposed to hold 38,000 people. "It had gotten anarchic. When supporters of the losing home team invaded the pitch in East Java province on Saturday night to express their frustration, officers fired tear gas in an attempt to control the situation, triggering a stampede and cases of suffocation, East Java police chief Nico Afinta told reporters. JAKARTA, Oct 2 (Reuters) - At least 129 people were killed and around 180 injured at a soccer match in Indonesia after panicked fans were trampled and crushed trying to flee during a riot, police said on Sunday, in what appeared to be one of the world's worst stadium

At least 174 people have been killed and scores more injured in a stampede and riot at a...

He alleged 42,000 tickets had been issued for a stadium that is only supposed to hold 38,000 people. to contain or control such crowds cannot be justified at all". "It had gotten anarchic. Advertisement FIFA has requested a report on the incident, and a team from the sport's governing in Indonesia has been sent to Malang to investigate, PSSI secretary general Yunus Nusi said. The death toll from a stampede at a soccer stadium in Indonesia's East Java province has been revised down to 125, a government official has said.

Violence, tear gas and a deadly crush that erupted following a domestic league soccer match Saturday night marked another tragedy in Indonesian football.

Rights group Amnesty International urged Indonesia to investigate the use of tear gas at the stadium and ensure that those found in violations are tried in open court. Two months later, fans hurled flares and bottles at each other in another match in Kuala Lumpur. The most well-known feud is between Persija Jakarta and Persib Bandung. Fans threw bottles and other objects at players and soccer officials and violence spread outside the stadium, where at least five police cars were toppled and set ablaze and others damaged. Fans are strongly attached to their clubs, and such fanaticism often ends in violence and hooliganism. Here’s a look at how the chaos occurred and what is being done to prevent future incidents:

Rioting supporters are tear-gassed by police, leading to one of the world's worst stadium disasters.

Fleeing fans "went out to one point at the exit. Only about 3,000 who entered the pitch," he said. "We would like to convey that... The stampede is the latest in a long line of disasters at stadiums. "It had gotten anarchic. At least 129 people have died in a stampede at an Indonesian football match, in one of the world's worst stadium disasters.

Policing experts and human rights organizations are raising questions about why police used the chemical. In the panic that ensued, many were trampled, ...

Two other phrases trending on Twitter were “tear gas” and “PrayForKanjuruhan,” referring to the name of the stadium where the calamity took place. But the clouds of tear gas that wafted over made it hard for many of them to breathe, and the nonstop firing of tear gas caused panic. The blame was first put on football hooligans, but Soviet news media later said the police had forced fans out through a single corridor at the Luzhniki Stadium, where they were crushed as others tried to rush back into the stadium after hearing news of a late goal from the Soviet side. Most of those killed were trampled to death in the tunnels, but an unknown number were shot by the police. “They were panicked and their only choice was to get out from the exits or find refuge in the field. Some scuffling between the police and the fans prompted the first burst of tear gas to be fired at about 10:30 p.m. The firing of the tear gas did not let up for an hour, according to Mr. The gas inevitably pushes people to disperse and run away, and asking the question of where the people will run is paramount, Mr. Known as “Bepe,” he was listed as one of the top 10 soccer players in Asia by Later that night, hundreds of Arema fans gathered in at the Gajayana stadium, where the team had won their first title, for a vigil. “And I hope this is the last football tragedy in the country. [deadliest episodes](https://www.bbc.com/news/magazine-27540668) in the history of soccer.

The death toll from a stampede at a soccer stadium in Indonesia's East Java province has been revised...

He alleged 42,000 tickets had been issued for a stadium that is only supposed to hold 38,000 people. to contain or control such crowds cannot be justified at all". "It had gotten anarchic. Advertisement FIFA has requested a report on the incident, and a team from the sport's governing in Indonesia has been sent to Malang to investigate, PSSI secretary general Yunus Nusi said. The death toll from a stampede at a soccer stadium in Indonesia's East Java province has been revised down to 125, a government official has said.

Witnesses describe how police use of teargas led to brutal crushes that killed 125 football fans in East Java.

“The sound of shots ringing out was so deafening. “The fans were forced to break it down just to leave the field. Within only 20 minutes, the police truck I rode in was set alight by an angry mob. It was fired because the fans had acted anarchically and entered the field, he said. When he tried to escape, he saw two children who had lost their parents in the chaos. “I held out in the stands even as the gas strangled my throat,” he said. So when the crowd broke, it was full of panicked and suffocating people with burning eyes,” he said. “In my 20 years as an [Arema fan], I have never felt as terrified as I did that night.” “Some on the pitch had tried to get into the players’ locker room, but people on the stands were just watching. He saw teargas fired five times at people waiting in the southern end. When teargas was fired, everyone in the stands rushed to leave. “There was absolutely no tendency to attack Persebaya’s players,” he added.

Violence, tear gas and a deadly crush that erupted on Sunday following a domestic league match marked another tragedy in Indonesian football.

In one of the worst sports disasters, police said at least 125 people died, including children and two police officers, most of whom were trampled. The most well-known feud is between Persija Jakarta and Persib Bandung. Fans are strongly attached to their clubs, and such fanaticism often ends in violence and hooliganism. Police said there were some 42,000 spectators in the stadium, all of whom were Arema’s supporters because the organiser had banned Persebaya fans in an effort to avoid brawls. Fans threw bottles and other objects at players and football officials and violence spread outside the stadium, where at least five police cars were toppled and set ablaze and others damaged. Here's a look at how the chaos occurred and what is being done to prevent future incidents.

Brawls are common among rival Indonesian soccer fans, so much so that the organizer had banned Persebaya supporters from Arema's stadium. But violence still ...

“We must continue to maintain sportsmanship, humanity and a sense of brotherhood of the Indonesian nation.” Hundreds of soccer fans, mostly wearing black shirts, held a candlelight vigil on Sunday night at Gelora Bung Karno, Indonesia’s largest sport stadium in the capital, Jakarta, for the victims of the disaster. Brawls were reported outside the stadium during and after the semifinals of the East Java Governor’s Cup, which ended with Persebaya beating Arema 4-2. In April 2001, more than 40 people are crushed to death during a soccer match at Ellis Park in Johannesburg, South Africa. “Officers fired tear gas directly at spectators in the stands, forcing us to run toward the exit,” he said. Youth and Sports Minister Zainudin Amali said the incident “has certainly injured our soccer image.” Indonesia is due to host the 2023 FIFA U-20 World Cup from May 20 to June 11, with 24 participating teams. People must be warned that tear gas will be used and allowed to disperse. National Police chief Listyo Sigit Prabowo said the death toll had been revised to 125 from 174, after authorities found some of the victims were counted twice. Asked what triggered the panic, he replied: “Tear gas.” In the chaos, 34 died at the stadium, including two officers, and some reports include children among the casualties. At least five police vehicles were toppled and set ablaze outside the stadium. It was among the deadliest disasters ever at a sporting event.

Deaths in Indonesia are latest tragedies in soccer history · 1982 Russian soccer disaster cloaked in secrecy · 97 fans died at Hillsborough Stadium.

I couldn’t count [the dead],” said Ghana’s Deputy Sports Minister, Joe Aggrey said at the time, adding, “From the information that I have, I think the lack of control — and I don’t want to prejudge the situation but — I think that it was the tear gas that caused the problem.” Gates at the 40,000-seat stadium reportedly were locked. Hooliganism was initially blamed before Soviet media later reported that police had channeled fans through a single corridor at Luzhniki Stadium, causing them to be crushed as others tried to run back into the stadium when they heard that Spartak had scored a late goal in a battle for a place in the UEFA Cup final 16. Reports from the chaos that fuels disasters are often sketchy, and that is particularly true of the Oct. “The people were getting disturbed by the way in which they were taking the pitch invader away. After a referee disallowed Peru’s tying goal in the final minutes, fans stormed the Estadio Nacional field and threw objects at police, whose decision to throw tear gas canisters into the crowd drove fans toward locked exits in stadium tunnels.

Brawls are common among rival Indonesian soccer fans, so much so that the organiser had banned Persebaya supporters from Arema's stadium. But violence still ...

"We must continue to maintain sportsmanship, humanity and a sense of brotherhood of the Indonesian nation." Hundreds of soccer fans, mostly wearing black shirts, held a candlelight vigil on Sunday night at Gelora Bung Karno, Indonesia's largest sport stadium in the capital, Jakarta, for the victims of the disaster. The statement did not mention the use of tear gas. Brawls were reported outside the stadium during and after the semifinals of the East Java Governor's Cup, which ended with Persebaya beating Arema 4-2. People must be warned that tear gas will be used and allowed to disperse. Youth and Sports Minister Zainudin Amali said the incident "has certainly injured our soccer image." "Officers fired tear gas directly at spectators in the stands, forcing us to run toward the exit," he said. Asked what triggered the panic, he replied: "Tear gas." National Police chief Listyo Sigit Prabowo said the death toll had been revised to 125 from 174, after authorities found some of the victims were counted twice. In the chaos, 34 died at the stadium, including two officers, and some reports include children among the casualties. He came with his cousin to watch the game. At least five police vehicles were toppled and set ablaze outside the stadium.

At least 125 people died when soccer fans rushed the field after a professional soccer match in Malang, Indonesia, on Saturday. Many were trampled.

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Criticism grows after 125 people died in a crush at a football stadium where officers fired teargas on fans invading the pitch.

On Sunday, Arema fans threw flower petals at the club’s lion mascot monument outside the stadium in tribute to the victims. Manchester United and Barcelona posted tributes online while Spanish football clubs were to observe a minute’s silence. Police said 3,000 people stormed the pitch. Many of the victims were trampled or choked to death, according to police. My eyes were burning because of the teargas. many were trampled on their way to the exit gate.

The game in Surabaya in East Java province between rivals Arema and Persebaya descended into violence when thousands of fans stormed the pitch, police said on ...

The death of at least 125 people at a soccer match on Saturday is a tragic reminder that Indonesia is one of the most dangerous countries in which to attend ...

The police themselves have stated that the deaths occurred after police use of tear gas on the crowd resulted in a stampede at the stadium exits," Hamid said in a statement. The Asian Football Confederation is expected to announce its decision on the 2023 tournament on Oct. It is vying with South Korea and Qatar to become host of the continental championship after China relinquished its staging rights in May. "We are very pleased to see the preparations in Indonesia," Roberto Grassi, Head of Youth Tournaments for FIFA said. In 2016, police were accused of killing 16-year-old supporter Muhammad Fahreza at a game between Persija and Persela Lamongan, resulting in mass demonstrations demanding an end to police brutality. Arema intense rivalry with Surabaya meant that no visiting fans were allowed in the stadium on the weekend.

A soccer stampede in Indonesia killed at least 125 people on the weekend, with 17 children among them, , as pressure builds on the Southeast Asian nation to ...

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Questions remain about why the police used tear gas to disperse fans in the overcrowded stadium. At least 125 people died, many trampled, after Saturday's ...

The blame was first put on football hooligans, but Soviet news media later said the police had forced fans out through a single corridor at the Luzhniki Stadium, where they were crushed as others tried to rush back into the stadium after hearing news of a late goal from the Soviet side. The deadly crush at a match between a Moscow team and the visiting Dutch side on Oct. The gas inevitably pushes people to disperse and run away, and asking the question of where the people will run is paramount, Mr. Most of those killed were trampled to death in the tunnels, but an unknown number were shot by the police. In that May 24, 1964, [episode](https://www.bbc.com/news/magazine-27540668), some fans stormed the field of the Estadio Nacional, and others hurled objects at the police, who responded by throwing tear gas grenades, driving panicking crowds into locked exit corridors. West said that at the match on Saturday night in Malang, the firing of tear gas threw all those present into a panic — whether they were causing trouble or just happened to be in the stadium. Later that night, hundreds of Arema fans gathered in at the Gajayana stadium, where the team had won their first title, for a vigil. Clubs in the top division of the Spanish league paused before their games on Sunday, with players from Espanyol and Valencia gathering arm-in-arm at the center circle as music softly played for a minute. “The thoughts of everyone at Liverpool Football Club are with all those affected at this time,” Police officers began shooting tear gas canisters into the crowd and beating fans with batons, witnesses said, and in a rush to flee the stadium fans piled up against narrow exits, crushing each other. On Twitter, one of the top trending topics in Indonesia was “National Police Chief,” with many Indonesians calling for his removal. Flares are often thrown onto the field, and riot police are a regular presence at many matches.

Some 125 people were killed and hundreds more wounded after fans ran onto the pitch and police used tear gas on them.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino said the football world was “in a state of shock” over what had happened. “People were running towards the exit, but the exit was locked, and they turned down the lights in the stadium. “No one should lose their lives at a football match,” Amnesty International Indonesia Executive Director Usman Hamid said in a statement. “I saw many victims at the main gate. [Some people suffocated in the chaos, while others were trampled to death](/news/2022/10/2/timeline-how-did-indonesias-deadly-soccer-match-unfold). “People were scattered and running around trying to get out,” he said.

The death of at least 125 people at a league game between host Arema FC of East Java's Malang city and Persebaya Surabaya on Saturday is a tragic reminder, ...

After Halid was banned from running for another term, a rival league, federation and national team emerged. Restrictions on visiting fans also have failed in the past. That sparked a rush for exits in an overcrowded stadium. Arema's intense rivalry with Surabaya meant no visiting fans were allowed in the stadium on the weekend. Since Saturday, the domestic league has been suspended. Indonesia was the first Asian team ever to play at a World Cup -- participating in 1938 as Dutch East Indies -- but despite a national passion for the sport, it has never returned after years of corruption, violence and mismanagement.

The supporters died after officers fired tear gas in a packed stadium that caused a stampede over the weekend.

The U.S. - There's been mounting anger at the police response to supporters of home team Arema F.C. [poised to lose money](https://www.axios.com/2022/08/01/strong-us-dollar-corporate-earnings) when those revenues are translated into dollars. [Guardian reports](https://www.theguardian.com/world/2022/oct/03/indonesia-football-tragedy-questions-mount-over-police-response). [Why Q4 will look a lot like Q3 for the dollar](/2022/10/03/dollar-strength-q4-federal-reserve) [Joko Widodo](https://www.axios.com/2019/04/15/what-to-know-about-indonesias-election-jokowi) said he requested the country's police chief to launch "a thorough investigation" and for security at soccer matches to be evaluated after at least 125 people died following officers' deployment of tear gas in a packed stadium that caused a stampede on Saturday, per the [New York Times](https://www.nytimes.com/live/2022/10/03/world/indonesia-soccer-football-stadium).

Asserting the decision as a new precedent, activists and union groups are mounting a case for two new lawsuits against the company, London Sumatra, on behalf of ...

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MALANG, Indonesia (AP) — Police firing tear gas after an Indonesian soccer match in an attempt to stop violence triggered a disastrous crush of fans making ...

SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — Gaining the right to host next year's Under-20 World Cup was a major milestone in Indonesia's soccer development, raising hopes ...