"First and foremost, I'm praying that God brings peace to the whole region and around the world and keeps everyone safe. I'm grateful for the opportunity to step back onto the pitch when the time is right and do what I love."
"Qatar has been involved in the escalating conflict in the Middle East that has followed strikes from the United States and Israel on Iran. Many countries deemed safe havens in the region have been hit by Iran in retaliation for the U.S. and Israeli strikes, with recent targets including two Amazon data centers in the United Arab Emirates and a drone impact near another in Bahrain."
"Antonio had not played for West Ham in the eight months prior to his exit following his involvement in a car crash in December 2024. The incident left him with multiple leg fractures and in the time since he was only made three appearances competitively."
Michail Antonio, former West Ham United forward, confirmed his signing with Qatari club Al Sailiya after becoming a free agent. The Jamaica international expressed prayers for peace in the Middle East region, which faces escalating conflict involving U.S., Israeli, and Iranian military actions. Qatar has experienced Iranian strikes on energy facilities and military confrontations. Antonio had been sidelined for eight months following a December 2024 car crash that caused multiple leg fractures, limiting him to three competitive appearances for Jamaica. The 35-year-old, West Ham's top Premier League scorer with 68 goals, acknowledged having to overcome his ego to secure a return to competitive football.
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