Tottenham vs Fulham Player Ratings as the London Derby ended in 1-1 with both teams sharing points
After a mixed 6-match form, Tottenham were back in action against Fulham in Sunday’s derby. In their last fixture, Ange Postecoglou and his team had to withstand a last-minute equalizer from Roma that saw a 2-2 score. On the other hand, their Sunday rival in London was slain by the Wolves.
While Spurs’ goalkeeper had put on a show and been the wall in their Europa fixture, the fate was seemingly decided as both Son and Johnson was were inches away from sealing the deal. However, their win against the mighty Sky Blues has kept them in a winning momentum in the League. On the other hand, Fulham came into the game after seeing their good three-game run coming to an end.
Prior to the match, Spurs had some bad news as their star defender Romero couldn’t make the list for the Sunday fixture. However, Ange assured that he will back in the squad very soon. On the other hand, Silva had confirmed that Andersen will still be out for some games.
While the momentum was in the favour of Spurs, it was all to play for. And the game started rather well with both teams putting their foot going forward.
While the first half was no short of any entertainment, props to both teams tried to score first, there were no end product and the 45th minute saw the 0-0 score line.
However, as the game resumed in the second half, Spurs got the lead with Johnson after a glorious cross from Werner saw him alone in the box.
However, the joy was shortlived as the travelers equalized thanks to the magic sub-Cairney, who had a clean shot outside the box that had the Spurs goalie beat. As the game went to the last couple of minutes, Son and the co. tried their very best to get back the lead. However, the match stayed 1-1.
Tottenham player ratings vs Fulham
Goalkeeper
Forster (6/10)
Comfortable game for the goalkeeper. Had to make a surprising was save in the first half when Tottenham caught sleeping. Gave out the ball due to miscommunication. Have to keep his composure. However, conceded the long-range effort from Cairney.
Defenders
Porro (5.5/10)
Contributed to the better mentality in defense of the Spurs in the evening. Looked alive when he was going forward.
Dragusin (6/10)
He was the best defender for the evening in terms of aerial duels. Won most of the duels in his box and in the opposition as well. Almost caught Leno off in the first half. Had a heading chance to get the lead back again in the 89th minute, but missed the target. Saved a last-minute goal as Wilson almost slotted it in the Spurs’ net.
Davies (6.5/10)
While the defender might not be known for his pace and agility, he sure knows how to read the game. Made a couple of crucial tackles that were goal-savers.
Udogie (5/10)
Defended well and kept the Fulham players at bay when facing one-on-one. Was very active throughout the game.
Midfielders
Sarr (5.5/10)
Played a key part in the Spurs’ game tonight. Connected with other Spurs midfielders well.
Bissouma (6/10)
Made a goal-saving challenge in the second half as a counterattack from Fulham broke through. Guarded the ball like a pro inside the boxes.
Maddison(6.5/10)
He has been the soul of Tottenham’s games so far. A free kick at the edge of the first half saw him almost convert it as he went cheeky and guided it under the wall. The shot hit the bar and went for a corner as it was deflected off a Fulham player. Got subbed off in 84th time.
Forwards
Johnson (6.5/10)
He was invisible all the game. But as the second half started, he guided a cross from Werner in the net and gave Spurs the lead.
Son (6.5/10)
While the Korean is not yet at his best, he has lately been contributing a lot to the games. This game was no different. Held the ball well. Played a key part in Tottenham’s attacks.
Werner (5.5/10)
Looked as if he would score in the first half as he had a cross coming to him waiting to be converted, but it was cleared off by the Fulham defender. Other than that, he looked lost in the first half. As the second half started, he assisted Johnson with a good cross. Got subbed off after Fulham equalized.
Substitutions
Kulusevski (5/10)
Came in the match replacing Timo Werner.
Gray (4/10)
Came into the match after the dramatic red card. Carried the ball well when the Spurs were going ahead.
Lankshear (4/10)
Came at the very end of the match as Gray looked struggling in the field and had to be subbed off.
Manager
Ange Postecoglou
He strongly believes that the team should have done better in the defense. And he is right about it. Was the more unhappy manager between the two.
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Fulham player ratings vs Tottenham
Goalkeeper
Leno (5.5/10)
Been the busier goalkeeper between the two teams. Made quite a few saves in the first half. Looked to be content with the 1-1 line as he spent the time holding the ball for extra seconds in the latter stages of the game.
Defenders
Tete (6/10)
Looked threatening as Fulham went into attacking mode in the first half. However, was below average with his defense.
Diop (5.5/10)
Look poised to make things happen every time Fulham had their men ahead for corners. Average defending from him today.
Bassey (6/10)
Been a great CB partner of Diop. Had the composure throughout the game.
Robinson (6.5/10)
Seen lively throughout the game. Was the galloping train for flanks of Fulham.
Midfielders
Berge (5.5/10)
Berge and Smith Rowe were the stars in the Fulham midfield today. Played a key part in their attacking approach.
Lukic (5/10)
Half-decent deliveries in the first half. Got subbed in the second half.
Iwobi (6/10)
Looked great going forward. A quick 4 touch play in the counter from Fulham saw him almost breaking the deadlock at the end of the first half. Unfortunately, the shot rattled the cross bar after having Froster beat. Looked threatening in the second half. Assisted the equalizer.
Nelson (4.5/10)
Seemed invisible throughout the game. It was a no-brainer he got subbed off in the second half.
Smith Rowe (6/10)
Was phenomenal getting the breakout started. His quick pass and vision made Fulham threatening every time they went forward.
Forwards
Jimenez (6.5/10)
A solid performance from the lone striker. Good positioning and great holding of the ball. Got subbed off in the 77th minute.
Substitutions
Harry Wilson (5/10)
Came on the second half. Looked sharp but there were no end-product.
Cairney (6/10)
A clean strike from him equalized the game 1-1. Received a red card after his sloppy yet not-intentional tackle was reviewed by VAR.
Muniz (4/10)
Came in the match as a replacement of Jimenez.
Castange (4/10)
Came into the game in the last 10 minutes of the game.
Sessegenon (4/10)
Came along Castagne after the dramatic Fulham red card.
Manager
Marco Silva
He looked visibly upset after his team captain got a red card because of a sloppy tackle.
FAQ’s
When was the match between Tottenham vs Fulham?
The match between Tottenham vs Fulham was on 1st December.
What was the score between Tottenham vs Fulham?
The score between Tottenham vs Fulham was 1-1.
Who was the best player in Tottenham vs Fulham match?
Johnson was the best player between Tottenham vs Fulham.
Who was the worst player in the Tottenham vs Fulham match?
Nelson was the worst player between Tottenham vs Fulham.