Indonesian football was struck by tragedy last week following the death of a player.

Akli Fairuz, a striker for Persiraja, died after taking a boot to his body from PSAP Sigli goalkeeper Agus Rahman as the two challenged for the ball.

Fairuz did not appear to be badly hurt immediately after the challenge, although he was subbed off.

But it was later discovered that he had suffered massive internal injuries and bladder leakage, dying in hospital.