Former England winger Andros Townsend has opened up about a shocking incident where he was run over by a pitch roller in Thailand, describing it as "terrifying." The 35‑year‑old, currently playing for PT Prachuap in Thai League 1, was warming up for a match in Pattani on Saturday when a staff member lost control of the heavy equipment.

Townsend's left leg briefly became trapped under the vehicle, but fortunately, he emerged uninjured. He later came off the bench in a 3-0 victory.

Speaking on Piers Morgan's Football Uncensored, Townsend reflected on the incident, saying he was lucky to escape with only a few "bumps and bruises." He admitted, "Every time I see it, I'm cringing, I'm in disbelief."

Key points from Townsend's account:

• He found it odd to see two rollers on either side of the pitch during warm-ups.
• The moment he realized the danger was when he was underneath the roller.
• Despite the heavy weight, he managed to lift part of it off himself, with help from teammates.
• Townsend expressed concern about his previously injured ankle and knee, fearing serious damage.

He humorously took to Instagram to lighten the mood, comparing his sun-drenched Thai trip to previous visits to Stoke's Bet365 Stadium, stating, "It turns out Stoke away wasn't so bad after all."

Despite the incident, Townsend remains undeterred, asserting that it will "definitely not stop me from continuing." His resilience shines through as he continues his career after numerous setbacks.