Tottenham lost 2-0 to Manchester United at Old Trafford.
Tottenham faced a 2-0 defeat at Old Trafford due to Cristian Romero’s red card.
Tottenham Hotspur suffered another loss as Manchester United secured a straightforward 2-0 win on Saturday. Bryan Mbeumo scored in the 38th minute after a well-executed corner, and Bruno Fernandes added another in the 81st minute. Cristian Romero received a red card in the 29th minute for a reckless challenge on Casemiro, forcing Spurs to play with ten men for over an hour, which made it hard for them to recover.
This result leaves Tottenham with 29 points from 25 matches, putting them in a relegation fight, while Manchester United reaches 44 points, ensuring their place in fourth. Here’s a look at how Tottenham players performed in this disappointing match.
Tottenham Hotspur Player Ratings
Guglielmo Vicario (6/10): The standout player for Tottenham, making several crucial saves, including an impressive one from Casemiro’s header. His calm distribution under pressure was notable, although he had no chance with either goal.
Joao Palhinha (5/10): Struggled at right-back, appearing uncomfortable throughout the match. He was caught out of position and provided minimal impact before the tactical change after Romero’s dismissal. He worked harder in a back three but lacked the pace needed for recovery.
Cristian Romero (1/10): A poor showing from the captain, highlighted by his reckless challenge on Casemiro that earned him a red card. This marked his second red card of the season, resulting in a four-game suspension, including the North London Derby.
Micky van de Ven (6/10): The most reliable defender for Tottenham despite being outnumbered. He made several key interceptions and effectively used his pace to manage United’s attacks, but was ultimately unable to stop the goals.
Archie Gray (6/10): Gave his all in midfield but was outmatched by United’s extra player. His energy and readiness to take the ball under pressure were commendable, although his decision-making slipped as the match progressed.
Conor Gallagher (6/10): Showed promise before the red card, positioning himself well and making runs into the box. His work ethic remained strong after going down to ten men, but he struggled to have an offensive impact after United took control.
Pape Matar Sarr (5/10): Struggled to make a mark on the game and was often bypassed by United’s midfield. His passing was off-target, and he couldn’t provide adequate defense. He looked overwhelmed once Spurs went down a man.
Destiny Udogie (5/10): Had a challenging afternoon before being substituted due to injury. He was booked for a foul on Amad Diallo and faced difficulties defensively. His overlapping runs failed to create a threat.
Wilson Odobert (5/10): Showed brief flashes of speed but was substituted early for tactical reasons. He had limited time to impact the game.
Xavi Simons (6/10): The brightest player for Tottenham in a tough first half, creating chances with his movement. However, his influence diminished after the red card as United’s advantage hindered his play.
Dominic Solanke (5/10): Was isolated for most of the game, receiving little service. His hold-up play was decent, but he had few touches in key areas and lacked support.
Substitutes
Radu Dragusin (6/10): Came on after Romero’s red card and performed well in a back three, demonstrating good positioning and making important clearances.
Souza (6/10): Replaced the injured Udogie and offered solid defense on the left side, managing to keep errors to a minimum amid United’s pressure.
Mathys Tel (N/A): Entered in the 80th minute when the game was mostly decided and had little time to affect play.
Yves Bissouma (N/A): Came on for Gallagher in the 80th minute but had minimal impact.
Randal Kolo Muani (N/A): Substituted in for Solanke in the 80th minute but couldn’t change the outcome.