Footballer killed in freak lightning strike that injured 12 others

A football match at Santiphap Stadium in Sungai Golok, southern Thailand, ended in tragedy when lightning struck the rain-soaked pitch during a monsoon. The incident resulted in the death of 24-year-old footballer Sofwan Awae, who suffered serious injuries from the bolt. Additionally, twelve other individuals were injured during the strike. The event occurred on Tuesday in Narathiwat province, where two teams were competing despite the severe weather conditions present at the venue.