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Porro Defends Tudor After Early Kinsky Substitution in Atletico Defeat

Igor Tudor
March 2026

Pedro Porro said Tottenham’s squad supported Igor Tudor’s decision to replace Antonin Kinsky early against Atletico Madrid, insisting it was done to protect the goalkeeper. The defender framed the move as support for a team-mate rather than punishment after a disastrous opening. Kinsky was taken off after Tottenham fell 3-0 down inside 17 minutes, having made mistakes in the build-up to two goals. Speaking later, Porro said the dressing room understood Tudor’s thinking and that he personally told Kinsky football setbacks happen and recovery must start immediately.

Real Madrid cool interest in Rodri as midfield shortlist changes

Rodri
March 2026

Reports say Madrid have stepped back from pursuing Rodri despite wanting midfield reinforcements. Rodri’s City contract runs to 2027 and City want an extension, but AS reports he is not currently in Madrid’s plans. The wider backdrop is uncertainty around Guardiola’s long-term future, influencing player planning at City.

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