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David De Gea Brushes off 'Stupid' World Cup Criticism Before Young Boys Clash

Manchester United goalkeeper David De Gea has said he did not listen to the "stupid" criticism that met his oddly indifferent performances for Spain at the 2018 FIFA World Cup.

He was widely criticised for fumbling a Cristiano Ronaldo shot into the net during Spain's 3-3 draw with Portugal, while he was a long way from his brilliant best in Russia.

But, speaking ahead of United's 2018-19 UEFA Champions League opener against Young Boys on Wednesday, De Gea said he was not affected, per MailOnline's Chris Wheeler:

"I never listen to the people who speak about me.