The report says the match was being played in heavy rain at Santiphap Stadium when lightning struck the middle of the field. Awae was reportedly found in critical condition. Emergency responders tried to revive him at the ground, but he later died from his injuries, the report says.
Among those hurt was Malaysian player Mohamad Alif Ezzahan Zulkifli. The report says those injured were taken to Sungai Golok Hospital, but provides no further update on his condition.
Football cannot control the weather, but match officials can stop play when conditions become dangerous. Standard lightning-safety guidance calls for players and others on the pitch to leave exposed areas and seek substantial shelter when a storm threatens. Heavy rain alone does not establish whether lightning risk was recognised in time, and the available account does not explain what warnings were present or what decisions were made.
Those questions matter beyond one match. Clubs, organisers and officials need clear procedures for suspending play and moving people to safety, especially at open grounds where shelter may not be close by.
Police are still examining the incident, according to the report. The next update on the investigation-and on the condition of those injured-will be crucial, while football organisers face renewed pressure to ensure weather protocols are understood before the next fixture begins.