Tottenham 0-3 Nottingham Forest Player Ratings: Forest's Dominant Display Secures Important Victory As Relegation Danger Looms Large On Igor Tudor's Men

We witnessed a tactical masterclass from Nottingham Forest at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium as they dismantled a dispirited Spurs side, running out convincing 3-0 winners. This was a classic away performance, built on defensive solidity and clinical finishing.

The tone was set just before halftime, with Igor Jesus heading home to give the visitors a crucial lead just before halftime, through a beautifully taken corner from Neco Williams.

Despite controlling possession for long periods and forcing numerous corners, Tottenham Hotspur looked toothless in attack. The story of their day was summed up by an early big chance missed by Richarlison. Nottingham Forest, on the other hand, were ruthless when their moments arrived.

Morgan Gibbs-White doubled the lead after the hour mark, effectively ending the contest. The rest of the match saw Forest manage the game beautifully before finding a third goal through Taiwo Awoniyi in the 87th minute.

They frustrated the home side at all times and saw out a famous win in this Premier League encounter. It was a performance that completely defied expectations and left the home crowd stunned into silence, as they are winless in their last 13 Premier League encounters and are just one point clear of the relegation zone.

Have a look at the Tottenham vs Nottingham Forest Player Ratings below.

Key Takeaways

• Tottenham saw most of the ball at home (58%), but Nottingham massively overperformed their xG of 1.48.
• Kevin Danso recorded the most aerial duels won in this game (9).
• Elliot Anderson and Pedro Porro had the most key passes in this match (3).

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Goalkeeper

Guglielmo Vicario - 5.0: A difficult afternoon for the Spurs keeper. He was left exposed by his defense for the goals and did make three saves, including a great one to deny Igor Jesus initially. However, conceding three goals at home is never a good look. He seemed a bit shell-shocked by the end.

Defenders

Kevin Danso - 6.0: Probably the best of a bad bunch at the back. Danso won most of his duels and was a threat in the air. He was a part of a defense that crumbled under pressure though. He can't be held solely responsible for the collapse.

Cristian Romero - 5.5: The captain fought hard, winning eight duels, but his leadership couldn't prevent the sinking ship. He was aggressive as always but lacked the composure needed to organize his backline. A frustrating day for him, and he was even caught offside on a rare venture forward.

Djed Spence - 4.5: Hooked at halftime after an anonymous 45 minutes. He struggled to make any impact on the game, losing half of his duels and offering little going forward. It was no surprise to see him replaced. A performance to forget against his former club's rivals.

Micky van de Ven - 4.5: Just like Spence, he was substituted at the break. He was barely involved, touching the ball just 21 times. The pace and directness of Forest's attackers seemed to catch him off guard. An uncharacteristically poor showing.

Midfielders

Mathys Tel - 6.5: One of the few bright sparks for Spurs before he was forced off with an injury. He created a big chance and was a menace with his dribbling. However, what stood out to us was his tendency to lose possession, which happened 21 times. A mixed bag, but at least he showed some intent.

Archie Gray - 5.5: A busy but ultimately ineffective performance. Gray got on the ball and tried to make things happen, but his final product was lacking. He was industrious but couldn't unlock a very organized Forest defense. He looked a bit out of his depth.

Pedro Porro - 5.0: A really poor outing from Porro. His crossing was wayward, and he was a liability in possession, losing the ball 14 times. He didn't offer the creative spark we're used to seeing from him. Forest's wide players had his number all day.

Pape Matar Sarr - 6.5: From our perspective, Sarr was one of Tottenham's better players. He battled hard in midfield, winning all his tackles and showing great energy. He was fighting a losing battle, but his effort can't be faulted. A lone warrior in a defeated army.

Forwards

Richarlison - 4.0: A dreadful performance. That big chance he missed with a header in the first half set the tone for his entire game. He was isolated, ineffective, and completed only four passes. It was a relief for the team when he was substituted.

Dominic Solanke - 5.0: Completely anonymous. Solanke barely had a sniff of the ball and offered no threat to the Forest goal. With only 22 touches, he was a passenger for most of the match. A very quiet day at the office.

Substitutes

Destiny Udogie - N/A: Came on and managed to pick up a yellow card for a clumsy challenge. Didn't offer much else.

Lucas Bergvall - N/A: Tried to get involved and had a shot but couldn't change the game's direction.

Randal Kolo Muani - N/A: Brought on for the injured Tel but was unable to make an impact.

Xavi Simons - N/A: Replaced the ineffective Richarlison but the game was already gone.

Conor Gallagher - N/A: A late cameo with no time to influence the proceedings.

Manager

I. Tudor - 4.0: He was completely out-thought by his counterpart. His team lacked ideas, structure, and fight. The halftime changes failed to have the desired effect, and his side was deservedly beaten. A tactical nightmare for the Spurs boss.

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Goalkeeper

Matz Sels - 6.5: Had a surprisingly quiet day. He only had one save to make, which speaks volumes about the defense in front of him. He commanded his area well and did everything that was asked of him with minimal fuss. A clean sheet is a clean sheet.

Defenders

Neco Williams - 7.5: An excellent display from the full-back. He provided a brilliant cross for the opening goal and was defensively sound throughout. His energy up and down the flank was a constant outlet for his team. He was a key part of this victory.

Murillo - 8.0: A rock at the heart of the defense. Murillo was immense, making a staggering 7 clearances and winning all of his duels. He read the game perfectly and snuffed out danger time and time again. What a commanding performance.

Nikola Milenković - 8.5: Our Man of the Match. What a colossal performance from the Serbian. He was an absolute mountain, making 11 clearances and blocking three shots. He was simply unbeatable and the main reason Spurs' attack looked so pathetic. A true defensive masterclass.

Ola Aina - 7.0: A really solid and disciplined performance. He was strong in the tackle and made some crucial interceptions to keep Spurs at bay. He didn't put a foot wrong all game. A very reliable and effective outing.

Midfielders

Ibrahim Sangaré - 7.0: The enforcer in midfield. He broke up play relentlessly, making four tackles and five clearances. He picked up a yellow card for his troubles, but his physical presence was vital in disrupting Tottenham's rhythm. He did his job perfectly.

Callum Hudson-Odoi - 8.0: He was wonderfully efficient. In his 70 minutes, he provided the assist for the second goal and created another huge chance. His quality on the ball was evident every time he touched it. A fantastic, game-winning contribution.

Elliot Anderson - 8.0: An all-action, box-to-box display. He was everywhere. He won 10 duels, made six tackles, and created three chances, including one big chance. We noticed his tireless work rate was infectious. He completely dominated the midfield battle.

Morgan Gibbs-White - 8.0: The captain led by example. He scored the crucial second goal with a calm finish that killed the game. Beyond his goal, he worked his socks off for the team. A true captain's performance full of grit and quality.

Omari Hutchinson - 7.5: A constant thorn in Tottenham's side. His dribbling and pace caused all sorts of problems for the home defense. He won a majority of his duels and was a livewire until he was substituted. A very promising performance.

Forwards

Igor Jesus - 7.5: He got the all-important opening goal with a well-taken header. He worked tirelessly as the lone striker, occupying the Spurs centre-backs and holding up the ball when needed. His goal was the catalyst for this incredible win.

Substitutes

Ryan Yates - N/A: Came on to add fresh legs and help see out the game.

Taiwo Awoniyi - N/A: Replaced the goalscorer and helped maintain the pressure.

Dan Ndoye - N/A: Looked lively after coming on and won a late free kick.

Manager

V. de Oliveira Lopes Pereira - 9.0: An absolute tactical masterclass. His game plan was executed to perfection. The team was organized, disciplined, and devastatingly clinical. He completely nullified the home side's strengths. A flawless away performance orchestrated by the manager.

Man of the Match

Nikola Milenković was adjudged the man of the match from this EPL fixture.

Worst Performer

Richarlison was the worst performer in the Tottenham vs Nottingham Forest match.