West Ham's Michail Antonio Determined to Return After Near-Fatal Car Crash

The 34-year-old striker shattered his femur in four places but is optimistic about resuming his football career following extensive recovery efforts.

Michail Antonio, West Ham United's all-time Premier League top scorer, suffered a severe car crash in December 2024, shattering his femur in four places.
The accident occurred in Epping, Essex, while Antonio was driving to training on a wet and windy day; his car struck a tree, leaving him hospitalized for over three weeks.
Antonio underwent surgery to repair his leg, which involved inserting a metal rod and bolts, and has been told full recovery could take six to twelve months.
Despite the severity of his injuries, Antonio is training six days a week and believes he is months ahead of schedule in his recovery process.
The 34-year-old forward remains confident he will return to professional football, citing his mental resilience and previous ability to defy expectations.