The twenty-three-year-old Czech goalkeeper earned a historic Premier League nomination following an absolutely miraculous stoppage-time reflex stop.
The N17 faithful witnessed an absolutely staggering save on 11 May 2026. Antonin Kinsky, who put behind a horror 1/10 March, produced a phenomenal performance during the tense 1-1 draw against Leeds United. That stunning display officially earned him a spot on the ten man shortlist for the Save of the Season award. The shot stopper stepped up massively during the chaotic final weeks of the domestic campaign and played a vital role in the top-flight league run-in for the North Londoners.
Manager Roberto De Zerbi handed the young prospect his Premier League start (this season) away to Sunderland four games prior to that fixture. Kinsky went from strength to strength after entering the starting lineup. In the game against Leeds, the Czech goalkeeper produced a smart stop to deny the opposition an opening goal during the first half. He then completely bettered that initial intervention deep into second half stoppage time, and somehow tipped a powerful attempt from very close range by Sean Longstaff directly onto the crossbar.
Miraculous stoppage time heroics push young shot stopper into prestigious divisional award shortlist
That incredible reflex stop occurred in the ninety eighth minute to help secure a vital point for the Lilywhites. Voting is officially open for supporters worldwide to back the young star. The public window closes strictly at midday UK time on Wednesday, 27 May 2026. These fan voting metrics will combine with the choices of an expert panel to determine the overall winner, and will announce the final victor at 2 PM on Friday, 29 May 2026.
This prestigious recognition provides a massive boost for the club after successfully navigating a brutal relegation scrap. Kinsky expressed his immense gratitude to the passionate fans after the subsequent survival victory over Everton.“When I see how much people care, this is incredible,” the goalkeeper told club media.
