WATCH: Chapecoense crash survivor releases video to thank fans for support

“I want to thank everyone for giving me strength and for the affection I have received.”

Chapecoense plane crash survivor Alan Ruschel has put out a video while in hospital, where he's recovering from spinal surgery.

The 27-year-old defender was onboard the plane when it came down near Medellin last week, after running out of fuel.