West Ham: Antonio 'stable' following accident
Before we go, a positive update to bring you on Michail Antonio. West Ham say the forward is “conscious and communicating” after a road traffic accident earlier today. Here’s the statement in full:
“West Ham United can confirm that Michail Antonio is in a stable condition following a road traffic accident this afternoon in the Essex area. Michail is conscious and communicating and is currently under close supervision at a central London hospital. At this difficult time, we kindly ask everyone to respect the privacy of Michail and his family. The Club will make no further comment this evening, but will issue a further update in due course.”
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Barcelona have been held to a 2-2 draw at Real Betis after substitute Assane Diao scored a stoppage-time equaliser for the hosts. Hansi Flick’s side went in front in the 39th minute, Robert Lewandowski finishing a flowing move orchestrated by Lamine Yamal.
Giovani Lo Celso levelled from the penalty spot but Barça looked on course for victory after Ferran Torres scored from Yamal’s threaded through-ball in the 82nd minute. Diao’s 94th-minute backheel flick denied them, leaving the leaders five points above Real Madrid – who face Girona later tonight – but having played two games more.
