Premier League Deletes Post Mocking Tottenham's Vicario

The Premier League faced backlash after posting a clip on social media that appeared to mock Tottenham Hotspur's goalkeeper, Guglielmo Vicario, following a complaint from the club. The post, shared on a Sunday night, showcased Vicario's free kick that went directly for a goal kick during Tottenham's 2-1 defeat to Fulham FC at Craven Cottage.

The caption accompanying the clip drew immediate criticism, leading to its swift removal on Monday morning, March 2. Tottenham Hotspur expressed their dissatisfaction with the league's decision to share the clip, arguing that it was inappropriate for a competitive platform to ridicule its own player.

The incident occurred amidst a challenging period for Tottenham, who have lost four consecutive league matches and are now only four points above the relegation zone, with their last victory being ten matches ago.