Police fired tear gas in an attempt to disperse rioting fans on the pitch after hosts Arema were beaten 3-2 at the Kanjuruhan Stadium in Malang on Saturday.
East Java police chief Nico Afinta said people died after being crushed and suffocated as they ran towards the same exit, with Afinta stating that 3,000 of the approximately 40,000 spectators in attendance had invaded the pitch initiating "riots".
It was initially reported that about 130 people had lost their lives, but officials later confirmed the death toll had climbed.
The Football Association of Indonesia (PSSI) launched an investigation into the tragedy, while FIFA's Infantino said in a statement: "The football world is in a state of shock following the tragic incidents that have taken place in Indonesia.
"This is a dark day for all involved in football and a tragedy beyond comprehension.
"I extend my deepest condolences to the families and friends of the victims who lost their lives following this tragic incident.
"Together with FIFA and the global football community, all our thoughts and prayers are with the victims, those who have been injured, together with the people of the Republic of Indonesia, the Asian Football Confederation, the Indonesian Football Association, and the Indonesian Football League, at this difficult time."
All remaining Liga 1 matches due to be staged over the weekend were suspended following the tragedy, while Arema have been banned from hosting games until the end of the season.
Police fired tear gas in an attempt to disperse rioting fans on the pitch after hosts Arema were beaten 3-2 at the Kanjuruhan Stadium in Malang on Saturday.
East Java police chief Nico Afinta said people died after being crushed and suffocated as they ran towards the same exit.
Around 180 people were reportedly injured on a tragic day, with Afinta stating that 3,000 of the approximately 40,000 spectators in attendance had invaded the pitch initiating "riots".
It was initially reported that about 130 people had lost their lives, but officials later confirmed the death toll had climbed.
The Football Association of Indonesia (PSSI) launched an investigation into the cause of the crush and banned Arema from hosting games for the remainder of the season.
All remaining Liga 1 matches due to be staged weekend were suspended following the tragedy.
AFC president Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa said: "I am deeply shocked and saddened to hear such tragic news coming out of football-loving Indonesia and, on behalf of the AFC and the Asian football family, I send our heartfelt condolences to the families and friends of the victims, while expressing our speedy recovery wishes to the fans who have been injured in the incident and support to the Football Association of Indonesia (PSSI) and the clubs."
Indonesia is scheduled to host the 2023 Under-20 World Cup in May and June.
"We're sorry for this incident... this is a regrettable incident that 'injures' our football at a time when supporters can watch football matches from the stadium," Indonesian sports and youth minister, Zainudin Amali told Kompas.
"We will thoroughly evaluate the organisation of the match and the attendance of supporters. Will we return to banning supporters from attending the matches? That is what we will discuss."
Police fired tear gas in an attempt to disperse rioting fans who had stampeded on to the pitch after hosts Arema lost 3-2.
East Java police chief Nico Afinta said people died after being crushed and suffocated as they ran for the same exit.
Afinta said 3,000 of the approximately 40,000 spectators in attendance had invaded the pitch initiating "riots", forcing security and police to intervene with tear gas.
"That process caused shortness of breath [and] lack of oxygen and medical teams tried to do rescue efforts in the stadium," he said.
Images captured from inside the stadium show people desperately clambering over fences, while outside the stadium there were torched vehicles, including a police car.
Malang health chief Widjanto Widjoyo put the death toll at 129, based on information from hospitals within the area. Among those were at least two police officers.
The Football Association of Indonesia (PSSI) have announced an investigation into the cause of the crush and already banned Arema from hosting games for the remainder of the season.
"We regret the action of Arema supporters at Kanjuruhan Stadium," PSSI chairman Mochamad Iriawan said.
"We offer condolences and apologise to the victims' families and all parties for the incident."
PSSI also have suspended all Liga 1 matches for the weekend following the incident.
Police fired tear gas in an attempt to disperse rioting fans who had stampeded on to the pitch after hosts Arema lost 3-2.
East Java police chief Nico Afinta said people died after being crushed and suffocated as they ran for the same exit.
Afinta said 3,000 of the approximately 40,000 spectators in attendance had invaded the pitch initiating "riots", forcing security and police to intervene with tear gas.
"That process caused shortness of breath [and] lack of oxygen and medical teams tried to do rescue efforts in the stadium," he said.
Images captured from inside the stadium show people desperately clambering over fences, while outside the stadium there were torched vehicles, including a police car.
Malang health chief Widjanto Widjoyo put the death toll at 129, based on information from hospitals within the area. Among those were at least two police officers.
The Football Association of Indonesia (PSSI) have announced an investigation into the cause of the crush and already banned Arema from hosting games for the remainder of the season.
"We regret the action of Arema supporters at Kanjuruhan Stadium," PSSI chairman Mochamad Iriawan said.
"We offer condolences and apologise to the victims' families and all parties for the incident."
PSSI also have suspended all Liga 1 matches for the weekend following the incident.
Indonesia is scheduled to host the 2023 Under-20 World Cup in May and June.
"We're sorry for this incident... this is a regrettable incident that 'injures' our football at a time when supporters can watch football matches from the stadium," Indonesian sports and youth minister, Zainudin Amali told Kompas.
"We will thoroughly evaluate the organisation of the match and the attendance of supporters. Will we return to banning supporters from attending the matches? That is what we will discuss."
The Kanjuruhan Stadium tragedy occurred following an Indonesian Premier League (Liga 1) match between Arema FC and Persebaya Surabaya on October 1.
Fans were crushed as they tried to leave the ground, with police having fired tear gas in an attempt to disperse rioting supporters on the pitch.
Indonesian president Joko Widodo has revealed that the stadium will be knocked down and replaced with a venue that meets FIFA standards.
He told reporters: "Kanjuruhan Stadium in Malang … we will demolish it and rebuild according to FIFA standards."
Widodo added: "We agreed to thoroughly transform Indonesian soccer. Every aspect of preparation … needs to be based on FIFA standards."
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has vowed to help the Football Association of Indonesia (PSSI) in the aftermath of what he described as "a dark day for football."
Infantino said: "So we have to be more calm in dealing with this situation. This situation will subside on its own. There is no need to focus on people's opinions, but we must focus on how in the future there will be no more incidents like Kanjuruhan, Malang.
"The main reason why I want to go to Indonesia is because of the tragedy of Kanjuruhan, Malang. This incident has hurt and claimed many victims. However, I can guarantee you, FIFA is here for you [PSSI]. FIFA here will work with the government, AFC, and the Indonesian Federation for the transformation of football. Because football is happiness.
"Indonesia is a football country. Football is the passion here. They love football. So when they watch football in the stadium, they have to be safe."
