Suara Denpasar – Arema FC’s preparations for the East Java Derby match against its eternal rival, Persebaya Surabaya on 23 September 2023 are actually accompanied by sad news.
One of the Arema FC fans, Paul Cumming, breathed his last breath on Tuesday (19/8/2023) at the age of 76 years.
The figure of Paul Cumming, who comes from the football country, England, is a true fan of Arema FC, namely Aremania.
The news of Paul Cumming’s death was uploaded by the fanbase account @aremanewsupdate.
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Paul Cumming often watches Arema FC matches when they host their opponents, both at Kanjuruhan Stadium, Malang Regency and Gajayana Stadium, Malang City.
The man, who is also a fan of the English club Liverpool, was diagnosed with a stroke and skin cancer which made his health less stable and required him to use a wheelchair.
The figure of Paul Cumming also made a big contribution to the development of Indonesian football in the mid-80s to late 90s.
It is recorded that he has coached a number of clubs such as Perseman Manokwari, PSBL Bandar Lampung, and also Persiraja Banda Aceh.
“British-born Indonesian legend coach, Mr. Paul Cumming who has been a true Aremaniac until his last breath,” wrote the account @aremanewsupdate reported by Suara Denpasar, Tuesday (19/9/2023).
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“His story is very inspiring for Aremaniacs when he should have been given a donation, even though he was the one who gave the donation when there was an incident where Aremania victims were thrown,” he continued.
Paul Cumming has lived in Indonesia for a long time, precisely in Drigu Hamlet, Poncokusumo District, Malang Regency. (*/Ana AP)