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The Sun
4 days ago
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- The Sun
Michail Antonio starts first West Ham match since nearly dying in horror car crash as he lines up for U21s in friendly
MICHAIL ANTONIO is starting his first match after nearly dying in a horror car crash. The 35-year-old has been named in the West Ham Under-21s starting XI for their pre-season friendly against Boreham Wood tonight.
Yahoo
6 days ago
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- Yahoo
West Ham's Michail Antonio replacement? Hammers open talks with veteran Premier League striker after releasing Jamaican following car accident
Antonio released following car accident West Ham opted against renewing contract Lining up move for Premier League veteran Follow GOAL on WhatsApp! 🟢📱 WHAT HAPPENED? Graham Potter is searching for a new striker following the release of Antonio and has persuaded West Ham's higher-ups to open talks with 33-year-old Callum Wilson. The ex-Newcastle forward turned down a pay-as-you-play contract with the Magpies and could be on his way from Tyneside to the capital should negotiations go well. THE BIGGER PICTURE Any deal for Wilson would still be based on incentives, according to reports. This is based on both the England international's age and injury record. During his time at Newcastle, Wilson bagged 47 goals in 113 appearances and could be a useful outlet for West Ham as they look to improve upon their below-average Premier League campaign last term. DID YOU KNOW? Wilson is also drawing interest from other Premier League suitors, particularly those making the step up from the Championship. Leeds are also said to be keen on signing the former Bournemouth forward on a short-term deal. WHAT NEXT FOR WILSON? Nothing is agreed between West Ham and Wilson but the Hammers are in need of attacking reinforcements. Alongside Antonio, the London club also released Danny Ings and will need to bring in some support for Jarrod Bowen following the sale of Mohammed Kudus to rivals Tottenham.
The Sun
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Michail Antonio admits he doesn't remember anything from horror crash that almost killed West Ham legend
MICHAIL ANTONIO admits he has NO recollection of the awful crash that almost took his life. The West Ham legend smashed his Ferrari into a tree last December - leaving him with a serious lower leg fracture and lucky to be alive. 5 5 He was airlifted to hospital and rushed into surgery and spent the rest of the season fighting to get back on his feet. Antonio, 35, spent three weeks in hospital as he began his recovery. But the striker revealed he cannot remember it. Speaking on the Beast Mode On Podcast with Adebayo Akinfenwa, Antonio said: 'What's crazy about it, everybody in the world experienced that crash more than me. "Even though I was in it, I didn't live it because I don't remember anything about it. "I don't remember the crash, I don't remember being in the hospital, I don't remember going in for the operation, I don't remember coming out of the operation. "There were loads of emotions coming through, my body remembers stuff even though my mind doesn't. "What I've learnt from the car crash is football 's important, but your health is more important." 5 5 Following the accident, Antonio was adamant he would play football again. And he finally made his big comeback in June, playing as a substitute for Jamaica in the Gold Cup group stage, losing to Guatemala in California. Now Antonio says he has tried to find the positives from the accident, insisting 'the crash was also a blessing'. And he revealed a tearful moment listening to a Beyonce song with his kids helped change his perspective. He added: "I was in Dubai with my kids, my daughter loves Beyonce, [and the song] I Was Here. "I've listened to it so many times but since the car crash, I listened to it and I was just sitting there, in a room with my kids but I've gone into a corner and I was crying. "Those words, when you've been through what I've been through, when you've nearly died. When I was listening to it, I've gone. "Now I'm at that stage where I'm going to bring myself happiness. I'm going to do whatever needs to be done. "As much as the crash was a curse, it was also a blessing. It's brought so many things to light and made me more focused and driven to do what needs to be done." 5 Antonio is the Hammers' all-time top scorer in the Premier League, having scored 68 goals in 268 games. His contract with the club expired on 30th June but he hopes to continue playing. West Ham confirmed last month that Antonio will be listed as a free transfer but stressed they remain fully behind him during his comeback. A statement read: 'Given Michail Antonio's unique situation following his serious road traffic accident. "There will be no formal decision on his future until such time that it is considered right and appropriate. 'As a long-serving, highly-respected player and a much-loved member of the West Ham family. "The club's absolute priority is to support Michail personally in his journey to resume playing at the highest level.'
