Tottenham 5-2 win behind closed doors friendly – Mikey Moore scores brace as Gray’s came top
Tottenham Hotspur recently participated in a behind-closed-doors friendly against a Japan Youth side, with several young Spurs talents, including Mikey Moore, taking the spotlight.
Alasdair Gold reported earlier today that Tottenham would be engaging in another secret friendly match, following their impressive 7-2 victory over Cambridge United back in England.
This friendly was a strategic move by Ange Postecoglou to give vital playing time to academy players and younger fringe players such as Oliver Skipp and Djed Spence.
Postecoglou’s plan allowed him to allocate more than 45 minutes to senior squad members in the upcoming pre-season friendly against Vissel Kobe on Saturday. This approach underscores his commitment to integrating young talent into the first team.
According to Lilywhite Rose, Tottenham triumphed 5-2 in the behind-closed-doors friendly. Notably, Mikey Moore, Will Lankshear, and Alejo Veliz found the back of the net for Spurs. While the full lineup remains undisclosed, the goalscorers suggest that Postecoglou did indeed field many academy starlets.
This friendly victory highlights a productive pre-season for both Lankshear and Moore, who have already impressed in senior first-team friendlies against Hearts and QPR this summer.
Given his performances, there is speculation that Will Lankshear might head out on loan this summer, along with several other Tottenham academy players. A loan move could provide Lankshear with regular first-team football, aiding his development and readiness for future contributions to Spurs.
Conversely, Mikey Moore is showing signs of being a special talent. Similar to how Pep Guardiola nurtured a young Phil Foden, Moore should remain with the first team and receive as many minutes as possible this season. His performances so far indicate that he could be an integral part of Tottenham’s future.
Ange Postecoglou’s strategy to blend youth with experience in pre-season friendlies is a promising approach. By giving young talents like Moore and Lankshear valuable game time, he is ensuring that they are well-prepared for the rigors of top-flight football.
Tottenham’s 5-2 victory in the behind-closed-doors friendly not only showcases the depth of talent in their academy but also reflects Postecoglou’s forward-thinking approach to squad development.
With young players like Mikey Moore and Will Lankshear continuing to shine, Spurs fans have plenty to be excited about as the new season approaches.
The integration of youth, combined with strategic signings and the guidance of experienced players, sets Tottenham on a path toward a promising future.
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