purpleronnie Posted 16 December 2012 Posted 16 December 2012 http://www.bbc.co.uk...otball/20747164 Peter Ndlovu critically injured and brother Adam dies in car crash Former Coventry, Birmingham, Sheffield United and Huddersfield winger Peter Ndlovu has been critically injured in a car crash in his native Zimbabwe. The accident, in Victoria Falls, claimed the life of his elder brother Adam, who was also a professional footballer. The pair were travelling to a friendly match between the Highlanders Legends and a Victoria Falls team. A female passenger is also reported to have died in the accident. The 39-year-old spent 13 years playing in England after making his name at Coventry. Ndlovu's career in England Coventry City: 1991-1997 196 games, 43 goals. Birmingham City 1997-2001 137 appearances, 28 goals Huddersfield Town (loan) - six games, four goals. Sheffield United 2001 - 2004, 154 games, 29 goals. Both brothers were invited to have a trial with the Sky Blues after impressing for the Zimbabwean national team in a pre-season friendly in the country. The club's manager at the time, 1987 FA Cup winner John Sillett, explained: "I wanted to sign both of them, but the board would only let me sign one, and I went for Peter. "Adam went off to Switzerland and had a good career but Peter was the most talented player I have ever seen. "They were both cracking lads, and were very, very close as brothers." Peter, who eventually signed professional terms at Highfield Road in 1991, went on to score 43 goals in 196 matches before moving to Birmingham City for a fee of £1.6 million in 1997 and made more than 130 appearances, scoring 28 goals. A statement from Birmingham read: "The thoughts of everyone associated with Birmingham City Football Club are with Peter Ndlovu and his family following news of a serious car crash in Zimbabwe. "Peter was a very popular player during his time at St Andrew's and we hope he pulls through this difficult time." Following a loan spell at Huddersfield, where he scored four goals in six league appearances in the 2000-01 season, Ndlovu joined Sheffield United. He enjoyed a successful time at Bramall Lane as the club reached the semi-finals of both the FA Cup and League Cup as well as the Championship play-off final, where they were beaten 3-0 by Wolves at Cardiff's Millennium Stadium.
Jimothy Posted 16 December 2012 Posted 16 December 2012 Was just about to post this. There are pictures of the car on the Daily Mail. I won't post them here because they're pretty bad but the links here http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-2248915/Peter-Ndlovu-fighting-life-horror-car-crash-kills-brother-Adam-Ndlovu.html Would be amazed if anyone survived it looking at the car.
MC Prussian Posted 16 December 2012 Posted 16 December 2012 Adam Ndlovu was a cult figure in Swiss football up until his stint ended in 2001, as he was one of the most recognizable African footballers at that time (and a decent goalscorer with a goal every three games). Played almost 200 games in the highest Swiss football league, what used to be called Nationalliga A. Shocking news and I hope his brother Peter can recover.
Voll Blau Posted 16 December 2012 Posted 16 December 2012 Very sad. Always used to get him in swap when I had football sticker albums as a kid. Hope he survives.
Guest Bilo Posted 16 December 2012 Posted 16 December 2012 Very sad. Always used to get him in swap when I had football sticker albums as a kid. Hope he survives. I always used to get his team mate, the legend that was David Busst. Something about Coventry players of the mid 90s being jinxed. Get well soon Ndlovu.
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