13.03.2026 08:20
In the Champions League Round of 16 match where Tottenham lost 5-2 to Atletico Madrid, young goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky was substituted after conceding 3 goals in 17 minutes. This decision drew criticism from head coach Igor Tudor. Following the incident, Kinsky made his first statement, saying, "From dream to nightmare, back to dream."
In the first match of the Champions League Round of 16, Tottenham's 5-2 defeat to Atletico Madrid created a huge stir in the football world. The standout player of the match was the 22-year-old goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky.
3 GOALS IN 17 MINUTES, SUBSTITUTED
In the match where Tottenham faced Atletico Madrid away, young goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky started in the starting eleven. However, the Czech goalkeeper conceded 3 goals in just 17 minutes.
Head coach Igor Tudor substituted Kinsky after these goals and brought in another goalkeeper. This decision, interpreted as one of the toughest scenarios a goalkeeper can face, sparked widespread debate in the football community.
REACTION TO TUDOR
After the match, Tottenham fans and the football community pointed to Igor Tudor as the one responsible for the defeat. His surprising decision to start the young goalkeeper in the first eleven and then substitute him shortly after became a topic of criticism.
While some factions deemed Tudor's decision as a "scandal," there were also comments arguing that the Croatian coach should be dismissed.
KINSKY BROKE HIS SILENCE WITH 4 WORDS
Following the events, young goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky spoke for the first time. Thanking those who sent him supportive messages, the Czech goalkeeper expressed on his social media account, "From dream to nightmare, back to dream."
Kinsky, who was transferred from Slavia Prague to Tottenham for 16.5 million euros during the winter transfer period last season, had previously only played in two matches in the EFL Cup this season.