REVEALED: Hand from God helped me become Spurs cult hero, claims Heurelho Gomes

Heurelho Gomes has revealed the reason behind his transformation over the past year - his religion.   When Gomes joined Tottenham from PSV Eindhoven last year his initial displays saw him labelled a clown. Spot on: Heurelho Gomes saves from Darren Bent at White Hart LaneBut the Brazilian, a devout Catholic, has become a cult figure at White Hart Lane with some match-winning performances. His penalty save from former Spurs striker Darren Bent was crucial in the 2-0 win over Sunderland and Gomes said: 'My religion helps me with my football. You have to believe in something important. It's helped me so much. Hero: Gomes has won over the fans'I keep my family and my God in my heart all the time, because I know my quality, this is why I'm here. 'God didn't tell me which way to dive for the penalty but I think he helps by giving me confidence.   'He doesn't help me in that way on the pitch, because I think He is protecting everyone. I think I am in my best form now. 'It was difficult because when I came here I was injured for a long time but I kept going, playing all the games. 'They didn't sign a bad goalkeeper, they know I am a good goalkeeper and I'm paying that confidence back now. ' Tottenham 2 Sunderland 0: Black Cats robbed by Spurs after Gomes heroicsLoads of clubs want me but I'll stay at Tottenham for now, claims GomesGRAHAM POLL: Stop bleating United and Co - it's NOT always the ref's faultTOTTENHAM HOTSPUR FC

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