Horníček Was Praised, but He Did Not Prevent the Beating. It Is Hard to Swallow, Said the Newcastle Coach
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After a surprisingly promising start to the English Premier League, a harsh direct hit brought Newcastle fans back to earth. After a humiliating defeat at Leeds, supporters can see only one bright spot: the performance of Lukáš Horníček. The Czech goalkeeper saved The Toon from absolute humiliation at Elland Road.
Even the British BBC mentioned in its post-match player evaluation that if it weren't for Lukáš Horníček in goal, Newcastle would have been even more beaten. That's how they lost "only" 1:4 to Leeds and lost their unbeaten run in the English league.
He was the only Newcastle player who did not leave the Leeds stadium in shame. On the contrary. Goalkeeper Lukáš Horníček, despite conceding four goals in Monday's Premier League duel (1:4), is receiving praise from the English media and experts.
London - Goalkeeper Lukáš Horníček had to endure his first defeat and debacle in the English league, as Newcastle lost 1:4 in extra time in the 4th round at Leeds. The Czech international conceded three times in the first half, with two goals scored by English midfielder Dominic Calvert-Lewin.
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