Everton 0-3 Tottenham Hotspur Player Ratings: Van de Ven Rated 9/10 as His Brace Secures 3-0 Win

From our perspective, this was a demolition job by Tottenham Hotspur, plain and simple. They arrived at Everton's ground and put on a masterclass in efficiency, securing a dominant 3-0 victory in a crucial Premier League encounter. The final scoreline tells a story, but it was the manner of the victory that truly stood out to us. Spurs were just better in every department.

The entire game pivoted on set-pieces. It was almost startling to watch. Micky van de Ven, wearing the captain's armband, decided to have the game of his life. He rose highest to power home a header in the 18th minute, setting the tone for the match. Everton thought they'd clawed their way back when Jake O'Brien scored, but VAR cruelly, and correctly, chalked it off. You could feel the air go out of the stadium at that moment.

Just when you thought Everton might regroup at halftime, van de Ven struck again. Another corner, another header, this time just before the break. It was a killer blow. The second half felt like a formality, with Spurs managing the game beautifully before substitute Pape Matar Sarr added a third, also a header, to seal a comprehensive win in this match. It was a tactical triumph for Spurs and a day of reckoning for the home side.

Here are Everton Vs Tottenham Hotspur Player Ratings

Tottenham Hotspur Player Ratings vs Everton

Here are Tottenham Hotspur Player Ratings vs Everton

Goalkeeper

Guglielmo Vicario - 7.5: Had a relatively quiet afternoon but was sharp when called upon. Made a crucial save to deny Beto in the second half. What stood out to us was his command of the area, coming for crosses and punching clear with authority. He looked incredibly confident between the sticks.

Defenders

Pedro Porro - 7.5: A brilliant attacking outlet down the right flank. His cross for the second goal was absolute perfection, landing right on van de Ven's head. He was a constant nuisance for Everton's defence. Defensively he was solid enough, winning most of his duels and showing good awareness.

Kevin Danso - 8.0: A colossal performance at the heart of the defence. We counted 18 clearances, which is just immense. He won every single duel he contested, completely dominating Everton's forwards. He was a calming presence and snuffed out danger before it even began. An absolute wall.

Micky van de Ven - 9.0: What can you even say? A captain's performance and then some. Two goals from headers, both expertly taken, decided the game. Beyond his goals, he was a rock at the back, making key interceptions and clearances. Easily the highest-rated player on the pitch and our undisputed man of the match.

Djed Spence - 6.0: A steady if unspectacular performance. He did his defensive duties without much fuss but offered very little going forward. From our perspective, he seemed a bit too conservative in possession. A clean sheet is a clean sheet, but he was the quietest of the back four.

Midfielders

João Palhinha - 7.5: The midfield destroyer was at his disruptive best. He won a staggering 8 duels and was a constant thorn in Everton's side. He broke up play effortlessly and kept the ball moving. His positional sense is just on another level. A classic, gritty performance.

Rodrigo Bentancur - 7.5: The perfect partner for Palhinha. While one destroyed, he created. His corner delivery for the first goal was spot on. He controlled the tempo of the game with his intelligent passing and movement. A very classy and composed display in the middle of the park.

Xavi Simons - 6.5: Showed some nice touches and linked up play well before being forced off. He was busy and looked to get involved, but didn't produce a decisive moment. It felt like his influence was growing just as he was substituted. An unfortunate end to his afternoon.

Brennan Johnson - 6.5: Worked his socks off for the team. His defensive contribution was noticeable, tracking back and making tackles. However, going forward, his final ball was lacking. He got into good positions but couldn't provide the killer pass or cross. A tireless but frustrating performance.

Mohammed Kudus - 6.0: It just wasn't his day. He lost possession an alarming 22 times. He tried to be direct and take players on, but nothing seemed to come off for him. We noticed his frustration growing as the game went on. Substituted after an ineffective display.

Forwards

Randal Kolo Muani - 5.5: Almost a ghost. He was completely starved of service and had just 15 touches in over an hour. Everton's defenders marshaled him well, and he couldn't get into the game at all. It was a surprise he wasn't taken off sooner.

Substitutes

Richarlison - 7.0: Came on and made an immediate impact against his old club, providing the headed assist for Sarr's goal. Looked lively.

Pape Matar Sarr - 7.5: Scored with a well-timed header just minutes after coming on. A dream impact from the substitute.

Lucas Bergvall - 6.5: Kept things neat and tidy in midfield after replacing Simons.

Manager

T. Frank - 8.5: His game plan was executed to perfection. Exploiting Everton's weakness on set-pieces was a masterstroke that won his team the game. The team was organized, disciplined, and ruthless. A fantastic day at the office for the manager.

Everton Player Ratings vs Tottenham Hotspur

Here are Everton Player Ratings vs Tottenham Hotspur

Goalkeeper

Jordan Pickford - 4.5: A truly dreadful performance. The error leading to a goal is something you just can't excuse at this level. He seemed hesitant on crosses, conceding twice from corners. He made only one save all game. A day he'll want to forget immediately.

Defenders

Jake O'Brien - 6.0: The agony and ecstasy of football. He thought he'd scored a vital equalizer only for VAR to intervene. Defensively, he struggled to cope with Spurs' physicality from set-plays. He was substituted in the second half as Everton chased the game.

James Tarkowski - 6.0: The captain fought hard but was ultimately part of a defensive unit that was shambolic on set-pieces. He won his personal battles but couldn't organize the backline effectively. We could see his visible frustration throughout the match. It's tough to lead when the structure collapses.

Michael Keane - 6.0: Statistically, he won 100% of his duels, which is impressive. However, football isn't played on a spreadsheet. He was part of a defence that conceded three goals and looked all at sea on corners. An odd performance to rate.

Vitaliy Mykolenko - 5.0: A torrid time against Porro and Spurs' right side. He was dribbled past multiple times and lost possession frequently. He offered next to nothing going forward and looked defensively vulnerable all game. A really poor showing.

Midfielders

Idrissa Gueye - 6.5: He put in a real shift in the middle, making tackles and interceptions. He tried his best to shield the defence, but it was a thankless task. He was constantly fighting a losing battle against Spurs' superior midfield duo. Substituted late on.

James Garner - 6.5: One of the few Everton players who can hold his head up. He was busy, tidy in possession, and always looked to get on the ball. The quality wasn't always there in the final third, but the effort was undeniable. He never stopped trying.

Iliman Ndiaye - 6.0: A performance full of endeavor but lacking in end product. He got into some good positions and had a couple of shots but couldn't find the target. His dribbling was positive, but he also lost the ball too often. A frustratingly inconsistent display.

Jack Grealish - 6.5: Looked like Everton's most likely source of a goal. He created a few chances and was always trying to make things happen. However, he also missed a big chance early in the match which could have changed the game. A mixed bag.

Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall - 5.5: Whipped in nine crosses, but only two found a teammate. That stat sums up his afternoon. There was plenty of effort but a severe lack of quality in his delivery. His set-pieces were particularly disappointing on a day they were needed.

Forwards

Beto - 5.5: Had one big chance that was well saved by Vicario. Other than that, he was anonymous. He was bullied by Danso and van de Ven and struggled to hold the ball up or link play. Substituted after making minimal impact.

Substitutes

Thierno Barry - 5.5: Came on but barely had a touch of the ball.

Merlin Röhl - 6.0: Missed a decent headed chance and looked energetic but couldn't change the game.

Charly Alcaraz - N/A: Not on long enough to rate.

Manager

D. Moyes - 4.0: From our perspective, this was a tactical disaster. To be so completely undone by set-pieces at home is inexcusable. His team looked flat, uninspired, and defensively inept. The substitutions had no impact. A very, very bad day for the gaffer.

Sportsdunia's Player of the match is Micky Van de Ven