FIFA 17 players can now pay tribute to the casualties of the Chapecoense air disaster.
The Brazilian club were almost entirely wiped out after their plane crashed in Colombia on Tuesday, with 71 passengers of flight LMI2933 dying.
As a mark of respect, FIFA dished out kits and badges of Chapecoense on Ultimate Team – which gamers usually need to pay coins for – for free.
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Users logged in to the message: “Wear this kit and crest in support of the friends, family, and fans of Chapecoense.”
Grieving fans of the disaster-hit club last night paid their respects in their home Arena Conda stadium.
Brazilians can be seen breaking down in tears as they mourn the tragic losses.
Candles were lit and placed on the pitch as crowds gathered around to pay tribute.
People can be seen hugging each other for support as the memories of those lost become overwhelming.
Chapecoense were en route to Colombia to play the final of the Copa Sudamericana – South America’s version of the Europa League.
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Their Colombian opponents, Atletico Nacional, requested that the Brazilian club be awarded the Cup.
Defender Gilberto Garcia said: “We’re waiting for the decision that Conmebol takes.
“The officials will talk but we want them to declare this team as champions.
“It’s something we want . . . It’s an initiative of ours and I know the world of football too.
“We hope that Conmebol makes this happen.
“We also want to send all our care and thoughts to the families.”
All South American football has been temporarily suspended in the wake of the tragedy.
Clubs from Brazil’s top tier have requested that Chapecoense be immune from relegation for the next three seasons.
Paraguayan outfit Club Libertad have even offered their entire squad to Chapecoense, after Brazilian clubs announced they would loan players to them without any fees.
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