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English Footballer Townsend Has Close Call With Pitch Roller in Thailand
Andros Townsend, the 35-year-old English winger playing for Thai Premier League club PT Prachuap, narrowly avoided injury after being struck by a pitch roller during a training or match preparation session.
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The incident involving Townsend, who joined the Thai club during the summer transfer window, was captured on video and shows the veteran footballer's quick reflexes as he escaped serious harm from the heavy equipment.
Townsend, who previously represented several English Premier League clubs during his career, has been competing in Thailand's top-tier division since relocating to Southeast Asia. His move to PT Prachuap marked a new chapter in his professional journey following his spell in European football.
The close encounter with the pitch roller serves as a reminder of the various hazards present in professional football environments, even during routine ground maintenance activities. Fortunately, Townsend was able to move clear of danger without sustaining any apparent injuries.
PT Prachuap, the club competing in the Thai Premier League, has not issued an official statement regarding the incident. The video footage of the near-miss incident has circulated among football fans and observers online.