Rivers United team injured in road crash before cup match

Players and officials of the Nigeria Premier Football League club Rivers United were involved in a road accident on Thursday while traveling to a crucial cup fixture. The incident occurred along the Obiri-Ikwerre Airport Road on the outskirts of Port Harcourt shortly after the team departed for Awka, Anambra State.

The club confirmed in a statement that some members of the traveling party sustained minor injuries, but there were no fatalities or life-threatening cases reported. All affected individuals are receiving medical attention and are in stable condition. The club's medical team is closely monitoring the situation.

Rivers United was en route to face Nasarawa United in a President's Federation Cup Round of 16 match scheduled for the Awka City Stadium. The club stated that the safety, health, and well-being of its players and officials remain its utmost priority and that it is reviewing travel arrangements following the incident. Further information regarding the status of the fixture and the team's plans will be communicated in due course.

The Nigeria Football Federation also issued a statement expressing sympathy and solidarity with the club. Federation General Secretary...