Tottenham were handed a brief scare on Tuesday afternoon after Wilson Odobert and Kolo Muani were involved in a car accident on the M25, just 24 hours before their decisive Champions League trip to Germany. Head coach Thomas Frank confirmed both players were unhurt and remain available, easing concerns ahead of a pivotal European night.
The incident occurred shortly after midday between junctions 24 and 25 in Hertfordshire as the pair travelled to the airport from Tottenham’s Enfield training base. The vehicle, driven by Kolo Muani, was involved in a collision caused by a tyre blowout, with Odobert following behind in a separate car.
The timing could hardly have been worse for Spurs, who are already stretched by injuries and under pressure following a disappointing 2 2 Premier League draw away to Burnley. With European qualification on the line, any late disruption to travel plans threatened to further complicate preparations.
Thomas Frank quickly moved to calm fears later on Tuesday. He confirmed that both players were fine after precautionary medical checks and would travel later in the evening with the rest of the squad. Club staff described the incident as minor, despite visible damage to the car involved.
There was brief disruption on the motorway, with emergency services attending the scene and clearing an oil spill. Images shared online showed the damaged vehicle resting safely in a lay by, airbags deployed, while both players stood nearby in training gear, composed and unharmed.
From a footballing perspective, the incident raised immediate concern given Kolo Muani’s recent history. The forward only recently returned from a fractured jaw suffered in a previous collision, an injury that forced him to wear a protective mask earlier in the season.
Medical staff carried out thorough assessments but found no issues, allowing both players to remain in contention. For Frank, the confirmation was a small but vital boost as he prepares for a high stakes European encounter with limited attacking options.
Attention now turns firmly back to the pitch, where Spurs must secure a win against Eintracht Frankfurt to guarantee a top eight finish and automatic qualification for the Champions League round of 16. Any slip would leave their fate dependent on other results and likely push them into the play off round.
Late drama may yet define Tottenham’s season, but for now the club can breathe a sigh of relief. Odobert and Kolo Muani will travel, train, and potentially feature, as Spurs look to steady the ship in Europe and relieve growing pressure on their head coach.
#thfc Just been sent some photos of Wilson Odobert and Randal Kolo Muani involved in a car crash today.
Both players are fortunately fine 🙏 pic.twitter.com/jxQCmut6du
— Lilywhite Rose (@Lilywhite_Rose) January 27, 2026
