West Ham wins for Antonio: emotions and solidarity after the accident

West Ham wins for Antonio: emotions and solidarity after the accident

In the radiant London stadium of West Ham United, the focus was not only on football on Monday evening, but also solidarity with the injured teammate Mikhail Antonio. Before the exciting match against the Wolverhampton Wanderers, which was won 2-1, the players reminded of their 34-year-old teammate during the warming up by wearing jerseys with his number 9 and his name. This victory against Wolverhampton has further removed from the end of the table, while Antonio is treated in a stable state in the hospital after his critical operation, such as

coach Julen Lopetegui spoke of a miracle before the kick -off and thanked God for Antonio’s survival of severe operation. "We are happy that he survived the operation," said the Spanish coach. Tomas Soucek, who scored the first goal in the game, dedicated his goal to the fighting colleague. The Czech reported on an encouraging video call with Antonio, who wished the team all the best and also showed his humor. Captain Jarrod Bowen underlined the deeper connection: "He is not just a teammate. He is a friend. It is one of these things that are bigger than football," quotes Laola1 .

The moving warm -up jerseys are to be auctioned, with the proceeds flow to the national health service and the air rescue. While the team immersed in the jubilation of the victory, the uncertainty about Antonio's future return to the field remains, since the media report that he may have to suspend one year. The thoughts and prayers of the entire West Ham community are with him, because such an event goes far beyond sport.