Premier League Removes Social Media Post Mocking Vicario

Controversy Arises Over Deleted Content

The Premier League has retracted a social media post that seemed to ridicule Tottenham goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario, following criticism from fans and an official complaint from the club itself.

On Sunday evening, the league shared a clip on its official X (formerly Twitter) account, showcasing Vicario’s attempt to send a free-kick the length of the pitch, which ultimately resulted in a goal-kick during Tottenham’s defeat to Fulham. The caption read, “Just how the play was drawn up,” provoking backlash from supporters.

Video Sparks Backlash

Alongside the video, comments described the kick as “an interesting free-kick from Vicario,” followed by the phrase “whoops,” leading to widespread condemnation before the post was taken down the following morning.

Tottenham expressed their dissatisfaction to the Premier League, arguing that it is inappropriate for the league to mock its own players and teams.

Current Standing and Future Matches

Despite a series of challenges, Tottenham currently sits just four points above the relegation zone following a 2-1 loss against Fulham. The team has faced four straight defeats and has not secured a victory in their last ten league outings. The squad is set to host Crystal Palace on Thursday as they seek to turn their fortunes around.