Orlando Pirates have confirmed 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.
Transported to hospital
Upon encountering a collision between two vehicles, Ouaddou and several staff members disembarked from the team bus to assist those involved.
However, while attending to the scene, a Nissan NP200 vehicle collided with the stationary vehicles, striking the group and causing serious injuries.
Ouaddou, along with the five 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,” Orlando Pirates posted in a statement.
“The club has made arrangements to ensure that the affected individuals and their families receive all the necessary support during this difficult time.
“We ask for privacy and respect for those involved as they focus on recovery.
“Further updates will be communicated when appropriate.”
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