West Ham manager Julen Lopetegui dedicated his 2-1 win over Wolves to veteran striker Mikhail Antonio, who underwent surgery on a broken leg after suffering a serious car accident on Saturday. Before the game, he made a video call to his team-mates to boost their morale.
“The most important thing is that we got the three points, the second is to dedicate the game to the fans, especially Antonio and his family,” Lopetegui said. “
He is a special person, a great person. We are happy for him and we want to encourage him to get through this moment. ยูฟ่าเบท http://ufabet999.app This victory is for him.”
Tomas Soucek, who scored the goal with the number 9, said: “This goal is for him. I said before the game that I wanted to score more than any other day today. “
Antonio, who is recovering in hospital after having surgery on a broken leg, was in good enough spirits to speak to his teammates via video link before kick-off.
It had been a difficult buildup for West Ham, who were left reeling by news of the forward’s accident on Saturday afternoon. Lopetegui, who has been close to the sack, understood the significance of a win that heightened the pressure on the Wolves manager, Gary O’Neil.
“We are happy for the fans,” West Ham’s manager said. “Above all we dedicate the victory to Michail and his family. It has been very tough. We love Michail a lot. He is a special person. He is strong and I am sure he is going to overcome this and come back. The best thing we can do today is get the victory. We are very happy for the three points.”
He has been with us since I arrived, he is my favourite player. I said it would be difficult without him. “
I am happy that he is okay, but this goal is for him. He is an important player and he is in my heart.”