Kolo Muani ‘Fine’ After Car Incident, Expected to Face Frankfurt
Tottenham forward Randal Kolo Muani was involved in a car incident on Tuesday, but has been confirmed as “fine” by head coach Thomas Frank. Despite the disruption, Frank anticipates Kolo Muani will be available for Wednesday’s Champions League match against Eintracht Frankfurt.
Details of the Incident
The incident involved a tyre blowout on Kolo Muani’s car. Teammate Wilson Odobert was travelling in a separate vehicle behind Kolo Muani and stopped to offer support after witnessing the issue. Both players had been participating in open training at the club’s Hotspur Way facility in Enfield prior to the event.
Travel Arrangements and Availability
Neither Kolo Muani nor Odobert initially travelled with the Tottenham squad. However, they are scheduled to fly out Tuesday evening and are expected to arrive in Germany in time for the Champions League fixture. Frank stated he “fully expects” both players to be available for selection.
Frank’s Assessment
According to Frank, everyone involved in the incident is unharmed. He confirmed the issue was simply a tyre blowout and that both players are in a condition to play. While he hadn’t personally spoken with them at the time of the press conference, the initial reports indicated they were “fine”.
Frequently Asked Questions
What caused the car incident?
The incident was caused by a tyre blowout on Randal Kolo Muani’s car.
Were any injuries reported?
No injuries were reported. Both Randal Kolo Muani and Wilson Odobert were confirmed to be “fine” by head coach Thomas Frank.
Will Kolo Muani and Odobert play in the Champions League match?
Thomas Frank “fully expects” both players to be available for the game against Eintracht Frankfurt on Wednesday.
How might a minor disruption like this impact team dynamics heading into a major Champions League match?