Saúl Ñíguez, the Atlético Madrid midfielder, has recently caught the attention of many with his activity on social media, particularly due to his heartfelt apology to the fans.
This gesture followed a significant victory for Diego Simeone’s team, which saw them overturn a first-leg loss to secure a place in the Champions League quarter-finals after a tense penalty shootout against Inter Milan.
Despite the team’s jubilant mood following their win at the Wanda Metropolitano, Saúl found himself in a somber state. Coming off the bench during the match, he faced difficulties and missed a penalty kick, adding to the challenges he’s faced in his career recently.
In a moment of vulnerability, Saúl reached out to the Atlético supporters via social media, sharing his feelings and seeking to connect with the fanbase during this tough period.
In a lengthy post on his official ‘X’ account, Saúl took full responsibility for his recent woes, a spell he labels as ‘a sh**ty moment for me in terms of sports’:
‘Honestly, it’s difficult for me to write at this moment, but just as I write in the good times, I must do it in the bad times. It’s a sh**ty moment for me in terms of sports, and I’m aware… I accept all criticism, not just for today’s penalty but for how I am at the moment. I don’t exactly know what it is, but the only thing I’ve been taught is to keep working in good times and bad, until I manage to change the situation. Thank you for being there in good times and bad. Aupa Atleti!’