Saul Backed David De Gea Amid the Critics in Spain National Team

DBasia.news – TDavid De Gea’s teammate in Spain national team, Saul Niguez, backed his compatriot amid the critics from the public.

David De Gea was the target of critic after Spain got defeated by Croatia in the UEFA Nations League. The result makes La Furia Roja’s path to the next round becomes uncertain.

The declining performance of David De Gea has been happening since the 2018 World Cup. At that time, he made a blunder to Cristiano Ronaldo’s goal. Since then, he got conceded 13 times and 11 savings.

“When you put so much criticism on a player, it affects us all. Even if we say, ‘No, it is not good for anyone that De Gea receives criticism, they should not be like that’,” Saul explained cited by Soccerway.

 

Saul Niguez

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“He is one of the best in the world. There may be times when you decide good or bad and for me, it is unfair that you blame De Gea,” the player continued.

Similarly, De Gea’s performance in Man United is showing a similar result. He conceded 21 times from 12 matches.

“I do not think he lacks confidence, he shows a tremendous personality, but what is generated, that negative energy is not good for anyone. It would be best to change energy and talk about other things.”

“If David concedes goals, I do not think it’s just his fault, but everyone’s, we all have to pay more attention,” Saul insisted.

Spain national team will play against Bosnia and Herzegovina in the friendly match at Gran Canaria Stadium, Sunday (18/11) local time. Meanwhile, Sergio Ramos and friends will qualify for the next phase of UEFA Nations League if the match between England Vs Croatia ended with no winner.