CONDOLENCES poured in for footballer Syafiq Ahmad following the deaths of his newborn son and mother-in-law in a crash in Penang.
Johor Darul Ta'zim (JDT) owner Tunku Ismail Sultan Ibrahim said: "I would like to convey my condolences to Syafiq on the passing of his family members.
"We are always with you, Syafiq. May their souls be blessed. Al-Fatihah," he said on the Southern Tigers Facebook page today. Tunku Ismail also called on the public not to spread photos or videos of the incident.
Sports Minister Reezal Merican Naina Merican also reminded netizens not to share gruesome photos or videos of the accident as the family should be given space to cope during this difficult period.
In the 5.36am incident, Syafiq's 22-day-old newborn, mother-in-law Zainab Wahab, 45, and Indonesian maid Titik Sukamti, in her 30s, were killed in the crash, while the 25-year-old and his daughter Aaira Nur Saffiya, 2, sustained minor injuries. His wife, Nur Amalina Nur Ain, 25, suffered serious injuries but is out of danger.
The FA of Malaysia (FAM) also offered words of consolation in a statement.
"May Allah SWT shower the deceased endless blessings, mercy and forgiveness, and grant Syafiq and his family ease, courage, and strength. Al-Fatihah."
In expressing their heartfelt condolences to Syafiq and his family, the Professional Footballers Association of Malaysia (PFAM) also urged the public to be respectful and support the grieving family members by not sharing photos or videos of the incident.
Former national coach Datuk K Rajagobal in his message via Twitter said: "Please stay strong Syafiq Ahmad. My sincere prayers, may you be given the strength to face this test. Take care."