THERE has finally been a glimmer of good news coming out of the horrific Colombia plane crash involving the Chapecoense football team, as the three survivors may yet play football again.

The world has heartwarmingly rallied around the brave families of those who died on Tuesday - with 71 tragically losing their lives.

5 Family of Helio Neto have claimed doctors say he will play football again, as his brother poses here in replica jersey following the accident Credit: AP:Associated Press

Of the entire plane, only three survived - Alan Ruschel, Helio Neto and Jakson Follman.

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While the initial implication was that the trio would never kick a football again, there has been some fantastic news coming out of South America - as their injuries may not hold them back permanently.

Centre-back Neto was brought to hospital following the horror crash with what was described as a 'traumatic head injury'.

5 The horrific Colombia plane crash stole the lives of 71 people, including most of the Chapecoense football team and a handful of local journalists Credit: Getty Images

However, the 31-year-old has recovered incredibly well in such a short time, with his father taking to Facebook to share the news he will one day take to a football pitch again.

He said: “I can inform with much satisfaction and happiness that my son is getting better and better.

“They’ve just operated on his legs and the doctors have assured that he will be able to return playing football.”

Meanwhile, defender Ruschel - who feared he may be confined to a wheelchair for the rest of his life - has been told he will walk again.

5 Chapecoense have been handed the Copa Sudamerica as a mark of respect Credit: EPA

5 Helio Neto's father broke the news of his son's potential return on Facebook Credit: AP:Associated Press

While a small step towards an unlikely return to competitive sport, the news is positive nonetheless.

Chapecoense goalkeeper Follman was also treated to some good news after being told he would not lose his left leg, having already had his right limb amputated after suffering grave injuries in the crash.

The overall reaction following the incident has been touching to say the least, with a host of world-famous landmarks lighting up green out of respect.

Not only have clubs across the planet, from Barcelona and Real Madrid to Premier League clubs, held a minute silence, but the outpouring of positivity and generosity has been overwhelming.

5 World landmarks, including Wembley, lit up green as a mark of respect Credit: EPA

A host of teams have offered Chapecoense dozens of players for free in order to rebuild their squad, while others have called for them to be immune from relegation for three years.

The club - who were on a dream cup run, being dubbed the 'Brazilian Leicester' - have been crowned Copa Sudamerica champions as a mark of respect.

On top of all that, former world superstars Ronaldinho and Juan Roman Riquelme have offered their services to the grieving Brazilian team to help them get back on their feet.