- Tottenham Hotspur manager Thomas Frank has lavished praise on Mohammed Kudus for his standout his recent performance
- The former Right to Dream Academy star played a crucial role in Spurs’ 1-0 victory over Arsenal in a derby held in Hong Kong
- The Ghanaian forward marked the occasion by clinching his first trophy since arriving at the club earlier this month
Mohammed Kudus delivered a show-stopping performance as Tottenham Hotspur edged Arsenal in a keenly contested preseason clash in East Asia.
The match, part of the Herbalgy Trophy festivities in Hong Kong, gave fans their first taste of the North London rivalry on foreign soil. But for Kudus, it was more than just another friendly; it was a statement.
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From the first whistle, Kudus looked dialled in. Arsenal’s young defender, Myles Lewis-Skelly, found himself completely outmatched.
Kudus danced past him on several occasions, combining brute strength with quick feet and clever touches. His pace troubled the Gunners all game long.
What made his outing even more impressive was the added layer of defensive commitment, an area where critics have often raised eyebrows.
But in Hong Kong, Kudus turned that narrative on its head, according to The Standard.
At one point, he raced back to halt a break led by Declan Rice. Not long after, he found himself deep in his own box, helping contain Gabriel Martinelli.
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Kudus lasted just over an hour before being subbed off in the 63rd minute. His replacement, Brennan Johnson, couldn’t replicate the same spark. Still, the damage was already done.
Spurs had taken the lead through a thunderous strike by Pape Matar Sarr, and that goal proved enough to seal the win, as noted by Goal.
Tottenham coach applauds Mohammed Kudus
After the final whistle, Tottenham boss Thomas Frank couldn’t hide his delight over Kudus’ display.
“I thought he was excellent today; his hold-up play, composure on the ball, and ability to navigate tight spaces stood out. His one-on-one skills and chance creation were top class.
“Beyond that, he put in a tremendous shift for the team. He’s going to excite fans with his attacking flair while also contributing defensively,” he said.
Watch Thomas Frank’s praise for Kudus:
Mohammed Kudus eyes more games for Spurs
With three preseason games under his belt, Kudus is already looking sharp. Supporters have every reason to be optimistic about what he brings to the table ahead of the new campaign.
Tottenham’s preseason continues with a test against Newcastle United on August 3.
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A blockbuster meeting with Bayern Munich follows four days later. Then comes the real deal: a Premier League opener against Burnley.
Before that, though, Spurs have their sights set on early silverware.
On August 13, they face Paris Saint-Germain in the UEFA Super Cup at the Bluenergy Stadium in Udine.
Mohammed Kudus wins first silverware with Spurs
Earlier, YEN.com.gh reported that Mohammed Kudus claimed his first piece of silverware with Tottenham shortly after sealing a move to the club.
The 24-year-old played a key role in Spurs’ triumph over Arsenal in the Herbalgy Cup clash at Kai Tak Sports Park on Thursday, July 31.
Source: YEN.com.gh
