Not good enough: Tottenham player ratings vs Man United – Johnson, Van de Ven and Bentancur excellent
Tottenham Hotspur delivered a dominant 3-0 victory over Manchester United at Old Trafford in the Premier League, continuing their strong form under Ange Postecoglou.
The North London club maintained their momentum after a successful week, marking their fourth win in eight days.
Despite the absence of captain Son Heung-min due to a hamstring issue, Spurs made quick work of United, with key players stepping up and delivering crucial performances.
From the outset, Tottenham showed their intent, taking the lead within three minutes. Micky van de Ven made a crucial interception deep in his own half before launching a lengthy run upfield.
His pace and vision allowed him to reach the byline, where he delivered a perfect ball across the six-yard box, which Brennan Johnson calmly slotted home for his fourth goal in as many games.
This early goal set the tone for Spurs, as they dominated United both offensively and defensively.
The situation worsened for Manchester United when their captain, Bruno Fernandes, was shown a red card for a reckless lunge on James Maddison. This dismissal left United struggling to cope with Tottenham’s high-pressing game, and they failed to recover.
Tottenham doubled their lead just minutes into the second half. Dominic Solanke played a crucial role, using his strength to win an aerial duel before setting Johnson free on the right flank.
Johnson’s cross was deflected, but Dejan Kulusevski was quick to react, flicking the ball past United’s goalkeeper, Andre Onana, to extend Tottenham’s advantage.
Postecoglou’s substitutions made an immediate impact late in the game. Lucas Bergvall’s excellent corner found Pape Matar Sarr, who flicked the ball on for Solanke to score his third goal in as many matches.
Solanke’s contributions as the focal point of Tottenham’s attack were key, and he nearly added a second goal when he forced a save from Onana in the dying moments of the match.
Throughout the game, several Tottenham players stood out. Guglielmo Vicario made an important first-half save, displaying solid handling despite not being tested frequently.
Pedro Porro excelled in both defense and attack, while Cristian Romero, wearing the captain’s armband in Son’s absence, was a dominant presence at the back.
Micky van de Ven’s performance was particularly noteworthy. His ability to intercept and break forward with pace troubled United all afternoon.
He not only contributed to the opening goal but also continuously frustrated United with his defensive awareness and speed.
Van de Ven’s influence on the game underscored his growing reputation as one of the Premier League’s top defenders.
Destiny Udogie also impressed before being substituted at halftime. He was involved in several attacking moves and came close to scoring himself, showing both defensive and offensive capabilities.
Dejan Kulusevski, meanwhile, was a constant threat, combining well with Maddison and contributing heavily to Tottenham’s second goal.
Rodrigo Bentancur controlled the midfield with composure, providing an outlet for his defenders and maintaining Tottenham’s grip on the game.
Brennan Johnson, continuing his excellent form, worked tirelessly both in attack and defense, while Solanke’s all-around play added a physical presence to Tottenham’s forward line.
Timo Werner, making his first Premier League start of the season, showed promise down the left side but lacked confidence in finishing key chances. Despite this, his work rate and defensive contributions were valuable to the team’s success.
Overall, Tottenham’s victory over Manchester United was a testament to their resilience and the tactical acumen of Postecoglou.
Despite missing key players, Spurs delivered a commanding performance, with standout contributions from multiple players.
The result keeps Tottenham in a strong position in the Premier League, and with momentum on their side, the team will look to continue their impressive form as the season progresses.
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