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Former West Ham United forward Michail Antonio is working as a TV pundit for TNT Sports(Image: Getty Images)

Former West Ham United forward Michail Antonio is working as a pundit for TNT Sports' coverage of the Community Shield on Sunday.

Liverpool will face Crystal Palace in the traditional curtain raiser at Wembley Stadium, with Arne Slot's side looking to pick up from where they left off last season with more silverware.

The Reds earned their spot in the match after clinching the Premier League title in Arne Slot's debut season at Anfield, while Crystal Palace defied expectations to triumph over Manchester City 1-0 in the FA Cup final at the same venue in May.

And Antonio is there as he ponders the next steps of his career after an eventful eight months, which saw him almost lose his life in a car crash before leaving West Ham after 10 years.

He made 323 appearances over a 10-year period at West Ham, scoring 83 goals, and started the 2023 Conference League final when West Ham ended their 43-year wait for a trophy.

On December 7, the now-35-year-old was driving through Epping Forest during stormy weather when he lost control of his Ferrari and crashed into a tree.

The image of his wrecked vehicle spread rapidly online, sparking widespread concern among the football community over his well-being.

West Ham United later issued a statement assuring that their record Premier League goalscorer was "stable" and "conscious and communicating" in hospital.

Antonio's severe injuries necessitated an extended stay in hospital for over three weeks and initiated a challenging rehabilitation process that ultimately ended his season early.

West Ham confirmed in August that Antonio would not be signing a new deal as a first-team player for the club.

"Michail will always be a much-loved and respected member of the West Ham United family," a statement said.

"As has been the case since December, the club will continue to support and assist him in his ongoing rehabilitation, offering him access to training, facilities and medical care if needed."

Antonio is working as a TNT Sports TV pundit for Sunday's game at Wembley alongside ex-Palace player Joel Ward, former Liverpool star Steve McManaman and presenter Laura Woods.

The former Hammers star previously worked as a pundit for the corporation as part of their coverage of May's Conference League final between Chelsea and Real Betis.

It is unclear whether the Jamaican international will now focus on punditry or seek a new club.

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