Michail Antonio pictured for first time as he breaks silence on recovery from horror crash
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Michail Antonio has penned a heartfelt message of thanks after being released from hospital following his car crash. The Hammers confirmed that the forward had been discharged from hospital just over three weeks after his smash. And Antonio has shared a photo and a message after returning home to continue his recovery.
A statement shared by West Ham read: "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 teammates and the amazing West Ham fans.