Okafor strike sinks Spurs at Elland Road

Elland Road roared as Tottenham Hotspur faced Leeds United, the Whites, earlier today in a Premier League clash, a poor loss versus Leeds United that left the visitors trailing. Tottenham Hotspur Players Rated after the defeat highlight the individual performances.

Spurs made a bright start but were held to a scoreless draw at half‑time. Noah Okafor scored the winning goal for the home side in the 79th minute as Roberto De Zerbi’s men suffered a 1‑0 loss away from home.

Defensive ratings

Goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky earned a 6.5/10 rating after making a couple of solid saves but failing to keep a clean sheet. Right‑back Pedro Porro also received 6.5/10, catching the eye on both halves before being replaced after the hour mark.

Centre‑back Jan Paul van Hecke topped the defensive ratings with 7.5/10 for his crucial clearances, though the back line still conceded. Micky van de Ven was rated 6.5/10, winning several aerial duels and remaining solid for most of the game. Left‑back Andy Robertson earned 6.5/10, clearing his lines when possible and creating one good chance forward.

Midfield and attack

Midfielder Sandro Tonali struggled to find a foothold and was given a 5.5/10 rating, fortunate to last the full ninety minutes. Archie Gray earned 6.5/10 after producing two good chances in the final third and keeping his passing tidy. Rodrigo Bentancur anchored the midfield with conviction and received a 6.5/10 score.

Dejan Kulusevski got stuck in with solid tackles but struggled to make an impact, with no rating recorded. Attacking midfielder Mateus Fernandes was rated 7/10, clearing his lines but offering little in the final third. Right‑winger Mohammed Kudus made promising runs and earned 6.5/10, though he failed to register a goal.

Left‑winger Mathys Tel was quiet for most of his time on the field and was given a 6/10 rating. Striker Omar Marmoush struggled to threaten and was substituted in the 64th minute, receiving a 6/10 rating. Dominic Solanke also earned 6.5/10, making a crucial clearance inside his half but never looking likely to score.