Guglielmo Vicario spoke with honesty after Tottenham Hotspur’s 2–0 defeat to Manchester United at Old Trafford, admitting the game was decided by “small margins.”
In a video shared on Spurs’ official X account, Vicario pointed to the turning point: an early red card that left Tottenham playing 10v11 for more than 75 minutes.
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Despite the setback, the Italian goalkeeper praised the “character and spirit” of his teammates and said he was proud of how they stayed in the fight. He urged the squad to carry that same intensity into Tuesday’s clash with Newcastle United.
Manager Thomas Frank backed that message, praising Spurs’ fight after the dismissal. Frank highlighted the team’s tactical discipline and their “ability to suffer” against a high-quality United side, saying the performance showed the mental toughness needed for the challenges ahead even if the result was disappointing.
That resilience comes on the back of a strong European showing, where Vicario produced a goalkeeping masterclass to help Spurs grind out a frustrating 0–0 draw with AS Monaco in the Champions League. His string of top-class saves kept Tottenham in the contest and underlined why he’s regarded as one of the most reliable keepers in Europe right now.
According to Softfootball, Vicario’s current form is a huge asset as Spurs juggle a demanding domestic and European schedule. With Newcastle next up, Tottenham will hope to turn that fighting spirit into points.
