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Tottenham claimed a valuable point on the south coast on Saturday as they drew 2-2 with Brighton. The result saw Thomas Frank’s team pick up their 10th point of the season as they climbed to second place in the Premier League table.
Tottenham started well but fell behind just eight minutes into the match after Yankuba Minteh dispossessed Wilson Odobert close to the edge of his own penalty area before finishing off the move by rounding Guglielmo Vicario and firing the ball into the back of the net. And the hosts doubled their advantage after Yasin Ayari fired the ball past the Tottenham keeper from long-range after Lucas Bergvall had given the ball away in a dangerous area. Richarlison halved his team’s deficit before half time, with Spurs eventually getting their equaliser as Jan Paul van Hecke turned the ball into his own net late on. And Express Sport rates and slates the Tottenham players.
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Tottenham player ratings vs Brighton (4-3-3)
Guglielmo Vicario: 4
Made a couple of saves but was taken by surprise by the power of Ayari’s long-range effort and will be bitterly disappointed not to have kept it out. Was nearly caught out by an audacious free-kick from Lewis Dunk in the second half and failed to instil confidence.
Pedro Porro: 5
Attempted to join in with his team’s attacks but his crosses lacked direction as he failed to create opportunities for the forwards. Struggled defensively as well.
Cristian Romero: 7
Aggressive, assertive and offered a threat from set-pieces. But the Tottenham defence was exposed more than they had been in any other Premier League game this season.
Micky van de Ven: 7
Tried to use his speed to get Tottenham out of trouble but pressed in the lead up to the opening goal as Minteh took advantage of the extra space. Will need to stay fit if Tottenham are to enjoy a strong season.
Destiny Udogie: 6
Sparkled in the Brighton half as he tried to push forward and get involved in attacks. Covered plenty of ground but lacked an end product.
Joao Palhinha: 7
Made crucial interceptions and tackles as he displayed his talents at times. But needs to offer more on the ball in possession. Will be important for Spurs this season to protect their defence.
Rodrigo Bentancur: 6
Played a role in the lead up to Richarlison’s goal but was overrun in midfield as he failed to get a grip on the game. Too similar to Joao Palhinha sometimes and Spurs would benefit from more creativity in the middle of the pitch.
Lucas Bergvall: 4
Was pushed further forward but was sloppy at times. Gave the ball away ahead of Brighton’s second and then appeared to lose concentration later on.
Mohammed Kudus: 7
Clearly has plenty of talent and provided two assists but still needs to make better decisions around the penalty area.
Wilson Odobert: 4
Was dispossessed far too easily by Minteh and then failed to track the Gambia international later in the move as Brighton turned defence into attack to score the opening goal. Struggled to make an impact in the final third as Spurs were thwarted far too often.
Richarlison: 7
Carved out a decent chance for himself midway through the first half but fired his effort off target. Was down injured when Brighton netted their second goal but worked tirelessly to make something happen. And he was rewarded with a goal just before half time.
Substitutes
Xavi Simons: 6
Came on for Rodrigo Bentancur just after the hour mark as Frank attempted to spark his team into life. Had a decent chance after coming on but couldn’t find the back of the net.
Brennan Johnson: 6
Always impressed when called upon and will be disappointed that Wilson Odobert started ahead of him.
Archie Gray: 6
Came on for Bergvall just before the end of the match.
Djed Spence: 6
Replaced Pedro Porro with minutes remaining.