Andros Townsend hit by pitch roller, plays on in Thailand
International Business Times UK
Andros Townsend, 35, was knocked down by a pitch roller while warming up during half-time of PT Prachuap's Thai League 1 match against Pattani on 19 September; footage shows the roller moving toward him and briefly trapping his left leg before stopping. Local media and RTÉ reported a cut to his thigh but no serious injury, and Townsend remained with the squad and later entered the match for about a minute as Prachuap won 3-0 through goals from Sapphakon Kanyaroet, Taoua Ferreira and Edgar Méndez. The full circumstances remain unclear and the clip has been widely shared online.
Townsend was knocked down by a roller but avoided serious injury.
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Townsend recently joined PT Prachuap and was on the bench for the match. He warmed up on the pitch at half-time and was struck by a roller. Further statements or reports could clarify responsibility and safety steps.
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