Safwan Awae, a young footballer, died on Tuesday, August 4, after lightning struck the pitch during a Golok FA Cup match in Thailand. The 24-year-old winger had recently signed with Yala FC on July 29. Jolt To The TeamViral videos circulating on social media captured a bright flash and a loud explosion as lightning struck near the players, with smoke rising off the pitch seconds later. Awae's CareerBefore joining Yala FC, Awae played for Pattani FC, scoring seven goals in 18 appearances and helping the club earn promotion to Thai League 2 in the 2025-26 season. Yala FC posted a tribute on Facebook offering condolences to his family.