Latest news with #BeastModeOn
The Irish Sun
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish 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 Advertisement 6 Michail Antonio has opened up on his horror car crash Credit: YouTube/Beast Mode On 6 Antonio smashed his Ferrari into a tree last December Credit: Steve Bell 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 Advertisement READ MORE IN FOOTBALL "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." Advertisement Most read in Football Exclusive Exclusive Exclusive 6 Antonio had to undergo intense physiotherapy to return to action Credit: instagram/@michailantonio 6 The star was on crutches for a prolonged period Credit: Instagram Following the accident, Antonio was adamant he would play football again. And he Advertisement Michail Antonio plays first match just six months after near-death Ferrari crash that 'completely shattered' his leg 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. Advertisement "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." 6 Antonio made his return to football in June, playing for Jamaica in a Gold Cup group stage game against Guatemala Credit: Reuters Advertisement 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. Advertisement "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.' 6 Advertisement
Scottish Sun
4 days ago
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
Michail Antonio admits he doesn't remember anything from horror crash that almost killed West Ham legend
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) 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. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 6 Michail Antonio has opened up on his horror car crash Credit: YouTube/Beast Mode On 6 Antonio smashed his Ferrari into a tree last December Credit: Steve Bell 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." 6 Antonio had to undergo intense physiotherapy to return to action Credit: instagram/@michailantonio 6 The star was on crutches for a prolonged period Credit: Instagram 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. Michail Antonio plays first match just six months after near-death Ferrari crash that 'completely shattered' his leg 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." 6 Antonio made his return to football in June, playing for Jamaica in a Gold Cup group stage game against Guatemala Credit: Reuters 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.'
Daily Mirror
4 days ago
- Sport
- Daily Mirror
Michail Antonio snubs Marcus Rashford and names forgotten star as toughest opponent
Michail Antonio came up against some stellar attackers during his time in the Premier League but it was Swansea's Mo Barrow who left him stunned as he wiped the floor with the ex-West Ham star Michail Antonio has claimed the player he struggled to cope with the most was former Swansea striker Mo Barrow, who is now playing in the second tier of South Korean football with Incheon United. The ex- West Ham star was a prolific frontman during his time in London, but earlier in his career played as a right-back and a right-winger before converting to a striker. It meant Antonio previously had to do his fair share of defensive work. His entire Premier League career was spent with the Hammers and he was tasked with containing the likes of Marcus Rashford and Eden Hazard, admitting that felt he'd "done well" when he had to keep them quiet. But the player who had Antonio's number was Barrow, who made very little of an impression in England, but clearly left his mark on the Jamaican international. He recalled a game when he could do nothing to stop the Swansea man, who continued to cause havoc. He the Beast Mode On podcast: "You know who ripped me the most? You wouldn't even know who he is. Mo Barrow. No one will know who he is. Swansea. I marked Martial, Hazard, Rashford, all these people and I done well. The one who ripped me the most was Mo Barrow. "They won 3-0 all from him. One skill, you know when you drag it back, through my legs. The worst thing about is I stop there like 'oh s***, he got me' I didn't even chase back. He destroyed me and I was like Mo, out of all the people." Barrow moved to England from Swedish side Ostersunds but scored just twice throughout his time with the Welsh outfit despite playing more than 50 games. He had several loan spells down to the Championship, having stints with Blackburn, Nottingham Forest and Leeds. He would leave Swansea permanently to join Reading, before later leaving British shores and heading overseas. His spell in Wales though did land him the accolade of becoming Gambia's first Barclays Premier League footballer Barrow previously said: "Where I lived in Gambia, there were a lot of poor people. There are a lot of kids that love to play football, but they don't have the help to be the players they want to be. Whenever I get the chance, I go back to Gambia. Sometimes I try and give money, but I believe more in going and seeing with my own eyes and helping than just giving money." Join our new WhatsApp community and receive your daily dose of Mirror Football content. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice.
