West Ham’s Michail Antonio posts a surprise New Year’s message, having been discharged from hospital, after his horror car crash.
Antonio expressed profound gratitude for being alive, reflecting on how the incident made him realise the fragility and preciousness of life.
He thanked the emergency services, NHS, air ambulance, and everyone at West Ham United FC for their support during his recovery.
Antonio also promised to return to the pitch soon, highlighting a positive outlook despite the severity of the accident which saw him cut free from his £260,000 Ferrari FF which struck a tree on a very slippery road in Theydon Bois, Essex on December 7th.
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Michail Antonio said: “Every year around this time, I’m asked what I’m grateful for, and every year I’ve struggled to find the right words. But this year, I know exactly what I’m grateful for: being alive.
“I want to take a moment to acknowledge something I’ve come to realise—I’ve spent so many years taking life for granted. I made plans for the next day, the next year, always assuming tomorrow was guaranteed. I’ve seen close friends pass away, witnessed others face near-death experiences, and even then, I didn’t fully grasp just how precious life is.
“What I’ve been through recently has opened my eyes. Life is fragile, and every single moment matters. I’m so grateful to God for giving me the strength to keep going and for allowing me to still be here.
“To the emergency services, the NHS, The Air Ambulance, everyone at the Royal London and Cromwell hospitals and everyone from top to bottom at West Ham United FC. The medical team, The board, all of the staff, my team mates and the amazing West Ham fans… I honestly could not have got through this without you. thank you from the bottom of my heart. To my loved ones who stood by my side throughout everything, I can’t express how much you mean to me.
“Lastly, to the whole football community thank you for all the love and support you’ve shown me. It has truly meant the world. I love you all and I am endlessly grateful for every one of you. ❤️
“Happy new year- and I’ll be back on that pitch soon.”
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Twitter users reacted as Michail Antonio issues a New Year’s message, discharged from hospital, after his horror car crash…
@OpulentCockney:
All the best Micky
Come back soon, we’re all rooting for you
Look after yourself, and Happy New Year
@whuben82: We feared the worst and prayed for the best. So glad to see you on your feet, prayers with you in your recovery. Whether you ever get to put on a shirt again it doesn’t matter, just glad your still around for your kids and family. Much love from the West Ham family ⚒⚒⚒
@rickwhufc: Get well soon Mickey, you’ve been given another chance, football is irrelevant at this point, be the best you can be for your family, then think about football 💪🏻⚒️🫧
@Chris_Mills_: So glad you’re OK Micky. A miracle looking at the photos. We’re all with you 👍🏻⚒️🇯🇲
@Jack_Ryan_123: What a way to end the year by seeing this big man tweet again! Love you Micky! Delighted you’re still with us! Rest up and see you soon! OUR number 9! ❤️⚒️
@LiamHar83835116: Whether it’s as a player or as a coach, I really hope you come back to West Ham. We need more players that put 110%. Good luck with the rest of your recovery.
@whuguilherme: Hope everything is going well mate gonna be an emotional one to see ya back on the pitch ❤️⚒️
@JasonSargood: Remember Michail there is life after football and a game where 11 grown men kick a ball around. Seeing your kids grow up, loving life, helping others and spending time with your loved ones. You will always be a legend for @WestHam. Hope to see you back on a pitch next year #coyi
@KMbappe7Whu: Fast recovery michail, the west ham family is with you
@18SEALS85: What happened was undeniably unfortunate and I’m so glad he’s doing well, always been fond of his style of play and the utter powerhouse he is ⚒️💙
@ZaynafamilyMary: We love you Michail and that’s a lovely message you’ve sent out. The West Ham faithful will always have your back no matter what. Happy New Year big man ❤️⚒️
@tomwhu12: Great way to end the year seeing you on the mend! Your West Ham family and wider football community are all with you!
@ScholesHolly: Deserves a testimonial when he is back even if that is his last game in a West Ham shirt. Come on Micky ❤️
@nffcalways1: #nffc good words and something we should all be doing, tomorrow isn’t promised, love life, live life 👊
@_annatx: That’s made me tear up, wish him a successful healing journey and pray for protection over him and his family 🤍
@Mattwoodruff_: Good to see him back posting and looking well considering the state of the car hopefully we get to see him around the club soon ⚒️⚒️
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