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“With 100% failed dribbles, 50% of chances misplaced, losing all 100% aerial duels, and giving away the ball 11 times, Ange Postecoglou has been urged to drop this 5/10 Spurs flop after a dismal performance against AZ.
It may not have been the dazzling win fans were hoping for after Saturday’s match, but Tottenham Hotspur secured another crucial three points in the Europa League last night.
Ange Postecoglou’s team didn’t dominate AZ Alkmaar, but they were the superior side. With a bit more precision from their attackers, they could have increased their goal tally.
Nonetheless, a win is a win. Among the standout players was young Mikey Moore, who showed why he deserves more starting opportunities, in stark contrast to one of his teammates.
Moore’s Impressive Performance
Postecoglou gave Moore his second start of the season, and while he looked solid on the right in the first half, he truly excelled on the left in the second.
Though he didn’t score or assist, Moore was the standout attacker for much of the second half, thrilling fans with his play. James Maddison even likened him to “Neymar on the left wing,” while the Standard’s Dan Kilpatrick rated him 8/10 for his ‘electric display.’
While it may still be premature to say Moore should start every match, his performance last night certainly warrants more playing time, especially considering the struggles of the player he replaced.
Timo Werner’s Struggles
The player in question is Timo Werner, whose poor performance has likely cost him a spot in the lineup. Starting on the left against AZ, Werner’s display was so disappointing that Postecoglou substituted him at halftime. Kilpatrick rated him just 5/10, noting that his struggles in front of goal continued.
Statistics back this assessment: in 45 minutes, he managed just one shot on target, missed a clear chance, failed all his dribbles, had a passing accuracy of only 68%, misplaced half of his crosses and long balls, lost all his aerial duels, lost the ball 11 times, and was caught offside once.
Overall, it was a dismal outing for the experienced winger, especially compared to Moore’s strong showing in the same position.
In the end, while Moore has made a strong case for more game time, Werner’s performance raises questions about his role moving forward—if he struggles in the Europa League, what can be expected in the Premier League?
