"No one who hasn't been a goalkeeper can understand how difficult it is to play in this position. Keep your head up and you will go again. David de Gea (@D_DeGea) March 10, 2026"
"This will be a moment that everybody in football will remember when they see or hear (Kinsky's) name. You've got to stick with him at least until half-time. He's absolutely killed his career. I feel really sorry for him."
Antonin Kinsky, a 22-year-old Tottenham goalkeeper, had a catastrophic debut when interim manager Igor Tudor started him against Atletico Madrid. Kinsky conceded three goals in just 15 minutes, including a shocking error, before being substituted. Tudor faced criticism for publicly shaming the inexperienced keeper by starting him in such a high-pressure match and removing him so quickly. David de Gea responded with a supportive social media message acknowledging the difficulty of goalkeeping and encouraging Kinsky to persevere. Former Manchester United legend Peter Schmeichel also defended Kinsky, criticizing Tudor's decision as potentially career-damaging and arguing the manager should have supported him through at least half-time.
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