Former Antalyaspor star Andros Townsend survived a frightening accident when he was struck by a moving pitch roller during pre-match warm-ups in Thailand. The 35-year-old ex-England international was trapped under the vehicle while intervening with a ball near the touchline at Tinsulanon Stadium ahead of PT Prachuap's match against Pattani FC.
Teammates and medical staff rushed to his aid after the impact. Initial checks confirmed injuries to Townsend's hip and thigh area and significant shock. Despite this, the winger remained on the bench and was introduced as a substitute just one minute into added time.
He completed the match on the pitch, contributing to his team's 3-0 victory. The act of resilience will resonate with Antalya fans who remember his time at the club.
Meanwhile, Antalyaspor continue their campaign in the 1. Lig. The team sits 12th with 9 points from 7 games, having recorded 2 wins and 3 losses in their last five outings. Their next fixture is at home against 17th-placed Vanspor FK on 20 September 2026.
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