A local football match in southern Thailand turned into a heartbreaking tragedy after a 24-year-old player was killed when a lightning bolt struck the pitch, leaving 12 others injured. According to reports, a powerful lightning strike hit the field during the match, critically injuring Awae. Police said 12 other players, including a Malaysian national, were also injured in the incident and taken to hospital for treatment. Awae, who played as a winger for SAMCOLTS, had recently signed with Thai third-tier side Yala FC. Mourning his passing, the club paid tribute in a heartfelt statement, saying:“We extend our deepest condolences to the family of our new FC Yala player, Sofwan Awae.