Nigeria Premier Football League side Rivers United were involved in a road traffic accident on Thursday while heading to Awka, Anambra State, for their President’s Federation Cup Round of 16 match against Nasarawa United.
The incident occurred along the Obiri-Ikwerre Airport Road on the outskirts of Port Harcourt, shortly after the team left its camp, according to a statement released by the club.
Rivers United confirmed that some players and officials sustained minor injuries, but there were no fatalities or life-threatening cases. All those affected are in stable condition and are receiving appropriate medical attention.
“The safety, health and well-being of our players and officials remain our utmost priority,” the club stated.
“We can confirm that some players and officials sustained minor injuries in the accident. Thankfully, there have been no fatalities or life-threatening injuries reported.”
The Port Harcourt-based club expressed gratitude to supporters and the football community for their concern and prayers, and promised to provide updates on the team’s travel plans and the status of the Federation Cup fixture.
Rivers United had advanced to the round of 16 after a 3-2 victory over Rangers International on Monday and were scheduled to face Nasarawa United in Awka on Saturday.
The President’s Federation Cup represents their main opportunity for silverware this season after finishing second in the NPFL.
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