Premier League footballer Sorba Thomas, a winger playing for Hull City, was involved in a car accident near the club's training ground in Cottingham on Friday morning. The incident happened on Millhouse Woods Lane, where Thomas's vehicle—a grey Land Rover Defender—was found flipped onto its roof with broken windows. Humberside Police reported that emergency services were still at the scene as the investigation continued and advised the public to avoid the area for safety.
Hull City confirmed that Thomas, who recently joined the club from Stoke City, was unharmed and walked away from the accident without any injuries. The club released a statement expressing relief and assured fans that Thomas was in good health. Social media quickly filled with images of the flipped car, which drew attention to the incident and prompted the club to respond officially.
Eyewitnesses said the crash occurred around 9 a.m., with fire engines and police arriving at the scene shortly after. Photos online also showed Hull City's manager, Sergej Jakirovic, present at the site. The club confirmed that Thomas was driving at the time of the accident and would still travel with the team for their upcoming match against Chelsea on Saturday.
Sorba Thomas, who signed with Hull City for an undisclosed fee and will remain with the club until the summer of 2030, previously played for Stoke City and represented Wales at the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar. He began his career at Boreham Wood before moving to Stoke. Jakirovic praised Thomas, saying he "suits" the club and made a positive impact in the Championship during his time at Stoke. He described Thomas as a versatile left winger with strong skills in delivery, set-pieces, and defensive work. Hull City is set to face Chelsea in a Premier League match at Stamford Bridge on Saturday.
Premier League Player Sorba Thomas Unharmed After Car Crash Near Hull City Training Ground
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