Tottenham Hotspur goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky thanked supporters for messages of encouragement following a 4-1 defeat at Atletico Madrid on Tuesday. Kinsky described the Champions League round of 16 second-leg match as a nightmare after his performance contributed to the loss. According to The Guardian, the result saw Spurs exit the competition with a 5-2 aggregate scoreline.
The 23-year-old goalkeeper entered the starting line-up following an injury to first-choice Guglielmo Vicario. Kinsky faced criticism for his role in three of the goals conceded at the Metropolitano Stadium. Manager Ange Postecoglou defended the player after the final whistle, noting that young players must learn from such high-pressure environments, per Sky Sports.
Spurs now turn their attention back to the Premier League as they seek to secure European qualification for next season. The club currently occupies fifth place in the table following a recent run of domestic form. Kinsky remains the expected starter for the upcoming London derby against West Ham United while Vicario continues his recovery, according to The Athletic.
