A multi-vehicle collision on a German highway in the south of the country has left thirteen people injured, including eight children. The children, approximately 12 years old, were travelling in a van with their youth football team. The accident involved four vehicles in total. Authorities have not yet released details regarding the cause of the crash, but investigations are underway. The extent of the injuries sustained by those involved is currently unknown, though reports indicate the children are among the injured. Emergency services responded to the scene and transported the injured to local hospitals for treatment. Further updates are expected as more information becomes available.