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Tottenham Hotspur Half-Time Player Ratings vs Leeds United
The first half has wrapped up at Elland Road in this Premier League clash between Leeds United and Tottenham Hotspur, and the Spurs player ratings are in.
Tottenham are chasing their first league win since their 3-0 victory over West Ham in mid-September. Leeds, meanwhile, came into the game with momentum after a draw against Bournemouth and a win over Wolves—results Spurs failed to match in their recent meetings with those sides.
Here’s how the Spurs players performed in the opening 45 minutes, rated out of 10:
Guglielmo Vicario – A chaotic moment early on saw him rush out during a Leeds free-kick, with Rodon hitting the post. Poor decision-making again for the Leeds goal, punching the ball into danger. A shaky half. 3
Pedro Porro – Sloppy on the ball, especially after the Leeds goal when he gifted them another chance. The weaker of the two full-backs. 4
Cristian Romero – Passed well and looked solid on his return, but will be disappointed to have conceded. 6
Micky van de Ven – Took over goal-kick duties and led by example after captaining the side in midweek. Steady showing. 6
Destiny Udogie – Got forward well and linked nicely with Simons, even managing a rare shot on goal. Unselfishly squared for Kudus when he might have shot again. 7
Joao Palhinha – Fired a long-range effort over and delivered a good ball to Kudus later on. Busy and combative in midfield, but picked up a booking for a reckless challenge. 6
Rodrigo Bentancur – Careless in possession on the edge of his own box, nearly punished by Calvert-Lewin. Needs to tighten up. 4.5
Xavi Simons – Started well in an advanced role, playing clever passes through the lines, but faded as Spurs began to sit deeper. 6
Mohammed Kudus – Showed his usual flair on the ball and provided the assist for Tottenham’s opener. Booked unnecessarily, and missed a good chance, but dangerous throughout. 7
Mathys Tel – Barely involved until he scored with his first real chance, thanks to a deflection. Almost grabbed a second with a header off the bar. Lively and clinical. 7.5
Wilson Odobert – Quiet for most of the half, but nearly assisted Tel just before the break. 5.5
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