Football mourns 'heartbreaking' Indonesia stampede deaths

HONG KONG: World football united on Sunday (Oct 2) after Indonesian authorities said that at least 125 people died at a stadium there following a pitch invasion and stampede.

Here are some reactions from across the football world:

"Fans died in the arms of players. I'm mentally shattered. I feel a heavy burden, even a heavy responsibility."

- Javier Roca, the coach of Arema FC, the Indonesian team whose game against Persebaya Surabaya was the scene of the tragedy.

"Devastating to hear of the events at the Kanjuruhan Stadium in Indonesia last night. Shocking news."

- Former England star Wayne Rooney.

"Heartbreaking. Our thoughts are with the victims and their families."

- Spain defender Sergio Ramos.

"My thoughts are with everyone affected by this tragedy. Indonesia holds a special place in my heart."

- England women's captain Leah Williamson.

"Horrendous news coming out of Indonesia about the events at the Kanjuruhan stadium in Malang. My thoughts are with everyone affected."

- Ex-England striker Michael Owen.

"Terrible, absolutely terrible. The world is crazy...Best thoughts to the families."

- Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola.

"We send our sincere condolences to the victims, their families, and everyone affected."

- Manchester United.

"We are deeply saddened to hear of the tragic events at the Kanjuruhan Stadium in Indonesia. Our thoughts are with all those affected."

- Manchester City.

"FC Barcelona is pained by the tragic events at Kanjuruhan Stadium in Indonesia and rejects all acts of violence both on and off the field."

- Barcelona.

"Paris Saint-Germain would like to offer its deepest condolences to the families and loved ones of those who lost their lives in the stadium tragedy in Malang, Indonesia."

- Paris Saint-Germain.

"We