Breaking news from the Orlando Pirates camp: Head Coach Abdeslam Ouaddou and five members of the club are currently hospitalised following a road incident that occurred on Sunday night. The club has released a statement confirming the incident and assuring fans that the priority is the health and wellbeing of those affected.
The statement reads: "Orlando Pirates can confirm a road incident involving Head Coach Abdeslam Ouaddou and five members of the club. Our priority is the health and wellbeing of our colleagues."
The Buccaneers have also stated that arrangements have been made to provide the affected individuals and their families with all the necessary support during this difficult time. They have requested privacy as they navigate this situation and focus on ensuring the recovery of their coach and team members.
The severity of the injuries sustained in the incident is currently unknown, but the fact that all those involved are hospitalised suggests the situation is serious. More details will be released as they become available. Fans and the football community alike are sending their well wishes for a speedy recovery to Coach Ouaddou and the affected members of the Orlando Pirates family.
This is a developing story, and we will continue to provide updates as we receive them. Our thoughts are with the Orlando Pirates team and their families during this challenging period. We join the club in requesting privacy for those involved.
The club urges supporters to remain calm and trust that they are doing everything possible to support their own. Further updates will be provided when appropriate, always respecting the privacy of the coach, the players, and their families.