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Michail Antonio makes return for Jamaica SIX MONTHS after his near-fatal car crash - as forward's West Ham future remains uncertain

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Michail Antonio returned to the pitch for the first time since his near fatal car crash last December.

The 35-year-old came off the bench in 85th minute of Jamaica's 1-0 loss to Guatemala in the Gold Cup in California.

Antonio was unable to prevent Jamaica from suffering a group stage defeat, but the his brief cameo proved a milestone moment in his recovery.

The West Ham forward had not featured in a match since crashing his Ferrari into a tree in December, an accident that left the striker with extensive injuries and lucky to be alive.