The representative of England was the best scorer of the West London team and the leading sniper of the Premier League last season. In May, he was suspended by England's Football Association (FA) for 232 betting breaches. In addition, the 27-year-old striker had to pay 50,000. A pound fine.
He will be able to return to the game on January 17, and he will be able to participate in team training from September. Brentford, last season's revelations, are now 16th in the league, just four points above the relegation zone.
“Everyone knows that Brentford is a family club with a special atmosphere. Everyone has shown me exceptional support over the last few months, it's been amazing. I can't thank the fans enough for that, especially the fans. Me too. So I've got a lot to say. Make it up and for me “The best way to pay everyone back is to score goals. I'm looking forward to coming back,” Toni admitted in an interview with Sky Sports. Daily Mirror.
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Tony will get his first chance against Nottingham Forest on January 20, but in the last friendly against Southampton's youth team, which he won 5-1, he scored a hat-trick and provided an assist.
Brentford also suffered injuries to many players. Among others, scorer Brian Mbeumo from Cameroon. Another striker, Ioane Wisa, will be out for several weeks due to participation in the Africa Cup of Nations with the Democratic Republic of Congo.
While Tony says he's excited to be back on the field, he admits he's also had a tough time.
“There was a moment when I lost my love for football, I was indifferent to the matches, watching with one eye or just listening to the commentary, before that I watched every possible match in the Premier League and even the First League. “League Two – just everything that was on TV, but it was an additional punishment and I realized that it hurt more than leaving the field,” he explained.
He admitted that the break was long, but he is confident in his skills and form.
“I know what I can do, so when I step on the field I will do what I do best,” he concluded.
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