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Ben Banks

Indonesian football tragedy leaves Rangers 'deeply saddened' as 174 dead following stampede

Rangers have sent their best wishes following an Indonesian football tragedy that has left hundreds dead and many more injured.

Authorities in the Javanese region of Malang have told media in that area that a staggering loss of life has happened as the game between Arema and Persebaya Surabaya broke into deadly violence at the Kanjuruhan Stadium. Chaos broke out after Persebaya won 3-2 and waves of Arema fans reportedly stormed onto the turf at the final whistle.

It is already one of the worst football disasters in history with local reports claiming that another 180 people are injured with 'many in a deterioriating condition.' Reports abroad state the stampede occurred when local police authorities fired tear gas into the crowd upon entering the pitch area. The Ibrox have sent their condolences to those impacted, saying: "Rangers FC are deeply saddened to learn of the events at the Kanjuruhan Stadium, Indonesia today.

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