The Antonin Kinsky wonder-save that could be crucial in battle to avoid the drop
Kinsky saved a powerful close-range strike from Sean Longstaff (Dylan Martinez/Reuters)
Tottenham’s relegation fears deepened after a 1-1 draw with Leeds but only thanks to a wonder save in second half stoppage time from Antonin Kinsky. The goalkeeper saved a powerful close-range strike from Sean Longstaff deep into added time towards the end of the game, reacting well low to tip the ball onto the woodwork.
It came as Mathys Tel endured a dramatic shift from hero to villain during the game. His 50th-minute opener had initially offered a crucial lifeline.
But the young forward then conceded a reckless penalty in the 69th minute, catching Leeds captain Ethan Ampadu in the face with an overhead kick clearance. Dominic Calvert-Lewin emphatically converted the spot-kick, setting the stage for a tense conclusion.
Roberto De Zerbi introduced James Maddison for his first competitive appearance in a year after a serious knee injury. He almost won a late penalty after a challenge from Lukas Nmecha, but it was waived away after a VAR check.
The result leaves them precariously positioned, just two points above the bottom three.