Overview

• Ouaddou and five Orlando Pirates staff were struck by a pickup on Sunday night on the R21 while returning from Gqeberha after a 3–0 win over Chippa United.
• They had disembarked to assist at a prior two-vehicle collision when a Nissan NP200 hit the stationary cars and the group, causing serious injuries.
• The injured were transported to hospital, and the club says it remains in close contact with medical teams.
• Orlando Pirates have arranged support for the individuals and their families and requested privacy as recovery progresses.
• Local media highlighted Ouaddou’s actions as heroic, and supporters have sent messages wishing a swift recovery.