Orlando Pirates have confirmed that head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou and five members of the club’s staff were involved in a road traffic accident after their game against Chippa United.
The club confirmed that Ouaddou and some technical team members had left the team bus to help others involved in a car accident, when the stationary vehicles were hit by a third car, “causing serious injuries”.
Ouaddou and the five technical team members were immediately brought to the hospital and are still in medical care – the club will provide further updates in due course.
Pirates full statement below:
“Orlando Pirates Football Club can confirm that Head Coach Abdeslam Ouaddou and five members of the club’s staff were involved in a road traffic incident on Sunday night.
“The incident occurred on the R21 highway as the team returned from Gqeberha, following their hard-fought 3–0 victory against Chippa United. Upon encountering a collision between two vehicles, Coach Ouaddou and several staff members disembarked from the team bus to assist those involved.
“Tragically, while attending to the scene, a Nissan NP200 vehicle collided with the stationary vehicles, striking the group and causing serious injuries.
“Coach Ouaddou, along with the five affected staff members, were immediately transported to hospital, where they are currently receiving medical care. The Club is in close contact with the medical team and will provide updates on their recovery in due course.
“At this stage, our priority is the health and wellbeing of our colleagues. The Club has made arrangements to ensure that the affected individuals and their families receive all the necessary support during this difficult time.”
From everyone at iDiski Times we wish a speedy and full recovery to all involved.
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