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Player ratings in 4-1 Europa League win: Offensive players thrive

By Gary Pearson

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 07: Hugo Lloris of Tottenham Hotspur during the Premier League match between Tottenham Hotspur and West Bromwich Albion at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on February 7, 2021 in London, United Kingdom. Sporting stadiums around the UK remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by James Williamson - AMA/Getty Images)
LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 07: Hugo Lloris of Tottenham Hotspur during the Premier League match between Tottenham Hotspur and West Bromwich Albion at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on February 7, 2021 in London, United Kingdom. Sporting stadiums around the UK remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by James Williamson - AMA/Getty Images) /
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Tottenham Hotspur’s Welsh striker Gareth Bale celebrates setting up his teammate Tottenham Hotspur’s South Korean striker Son Heung-Min (not in picture) to score the opening goal during the UEFA Europa League, last-32 first leg football match Wolfsberger AC v Tottenham Hotspur at the Puskas Arena in Budapest on February 18, 2021. (Photo by Attila KISBENEDEK / AFP) (Photo by ATTILA KISBENEDEK/AFP via Getty Images)
Tottenham Hotspur’s Welsh striker Gareth Bale celebrates setting up his teammate Tottenham Hotspur’s South Korean striker Son Heung-Min (not in picture) to score the opening goal during the UEFA Europa League, last-32 first leg football match Wolfsberger AC v Tottenham Hotspur at the Puskas Arena in Budapest on February 18, 2021. (Photo by Attila KISBENEDEK / AFP) (Photo by ATTILA KISBENEDEK/AFP via Getty Images) /

Midfield

Harry Winks 6/10

Was comfortable throughout. The Englishman kept possession well and stabilized midfield. He went about his business in his prototypical, unassuming way.

Moussa Sissoko 4/10

Moussa had a nightmare second half. A lousy first touch led to a penalty concession, with the Frenchman needlessly handing Wolfsberger a spot kick, which Michael Liendl deposited with ease. Sissoko also committed a few other mistakes in possession, putting unnecessary pressure on the rearguard.

Gareth Bale 9/10

Bale started brightly. He set up Son’s goal on a nifty right-footed cross and made a few nifty one-time passes in the first 22 minutes. His work rate both on and off the ball was outstanding. The Welshman wanted to go forward every time he received the ball. While he had a few poor touches, Bale was a difference maker. He played with a higher intensity rate than we’ve seen for ages. He also got on the scoresheet after a deft, disguised pullback that he then smashed into the corner with his dominant left. The keeper could have done better, but let’s not take anything away from Bale. He almost scored a second early in the second half, benefitting from brilliant Moura and Dele interplay but was saved well by an outstretched Kofler arm.

Lucas Moura 8/10

Moura also looked bright, enjoying numerous stunning slaloming runs. On his goal he skinned two defenders, finishing well. He always looks threatening on the swivel, attacking with pace and agility. Nobody could get near him. Exciting to see.

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