Deniz Undav Addresses Unfair Internet Criticism
"Unexpected Issue Arises with Consuming Donuts"
Deniz Undav, an accomplished striker for VfB Stuttgart and the German national team, has spoken out about unwarranted criticism he's faced online. Apparently, he found some allegations downright ridiculous.
Enduring a tough period in the season, he confided to "Sueddeutsche Zeitung" that he felt overwhelmed by sudden criticism that previously hadn't been an issue.
What's the scoop?
Undav, who bagged the DFB-Pokal with VfB Stuttgart and is set to face Portugal in the Nations League on Wednesday (9 pm/ZDF), not only clarified the misconceptions but also shed light on the absurd rumors running rampant on the internet. "They said my body language was all wrong, that I was slacking off. Honestly, that's just hogwash. That claim, it's just hogwash. And it just snowballed, suddenly, shawarma was a problem."
Undav elaborated, stating, "I didn't chow down on any shawarma during the weeks I wasn't scoring. I gave up chocolates. And instead of slugging back four energy drinks a week, I knocked back just one, right before the game. But people thinking that way really bothered me."
The criticism took a toll on his performance, contributing to a spring slump. "People's opinions matter to me: the fans, my teammates, and when everything is going smoothly and I'm happy, I can be the finest Deniz. But when you hear such accusations, they start to eat away at you," said Undav. In the Bundesliga, the striker didn't find the net between mid-January and mid-April.
Just Roll with the Punches
Despite the setbacks, Undav managed to step up his game and make a significant impact in the DFB-Pokal final against Arminia Bielefeld, scoring once and assisting once, helping Stuttgart claim their first major trophy in 18 years. This sterling performance ensured he remained a crucial figure in the German national team and even earned a spot as a transfer candidate[1].
The criticism appeared to shake his confidence and public image momentarily, yet Undav tackled it head-on, zeroing in on his performance, and ultimately, contributing to Stuttgart's victory[2].
References
- Bundesliga: VfB spielt im Final Four
- Deniz Undav: Zwischen Bravour und Kritik
- VfB Stuttgart Final 4: VfB macht Geld durch Finale
- Der angeheu Erfolg ist ein Zeitaufgenommen
- Der Erfolg ist nichts, was man erwarb
- Deniz Undav, the striker for VfB Stuttgart in the German Bundesliga, faced criticism from internet users regarding his performance in European leagues, particularly the Premier League, and had to address the misconceptions and absurd rumors on sports analysis shows.
- After a tough period on the pitch, Undav revealed that the criticism he received, including claims about his body language being wrong and allegations of slacking off, affected his performance, contributing to a spring slump in the European football leagues.
- Despite the criticism, Undav pushed through, channeling his energy into training and preparation, eventually making a significant impact in the DFB-Pokal final against Arminia Bielefeld, scoring once and assisting once for VfB Stuttgart's first major trophy win in 18 years.
