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Clive Allen says Tottenham youngster was the catalyst for his side’s victory v AZ
Tottenham Hotspur looked to make it three wins in a row in the Europa League as they hosted AZ in North London on Thursday night.
Mikey Moore and Timo Werner came close for Spurs in the first half, the latter missing a great one-on-one chance to open the scoring.
Tottenham also had to withstand several chances from AZ, with Fraser Forster making a good save at a corner.
Spurs were quick out of the blocks in the second half and won a penalty when Lucas Bergvall was brought down in the box.
Richarlison took the penalty after a discussion with James Maddison, and the Brazilian dinked the ball down the middle for his first goal of the season.
Tottenham did enough to record a 1-0 win and, according to Spurs legend Clive Allen, one of their young stars played a big part in the victory.
Clive Allen praises Tottenham gem Mikey Moore
Allen, speaking on TNT Sports – as transcribed by – said Tottenham’s goal came about thanks to Mikey Moore leading the way at the start of the second half.
“The goal was a result of the positive start at the start of this second half, led by Mikey Moore,” he said. “Richarlison is back scoring.”
Moore gave a great account of himself on his full home debut, regularly surging down the left and causing no end of trouble to the opposition.
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How the media rated Mikey Moore’s display
gave Moore an 8 out of 10 for his efforts on the night.
‘Handed his full Tottenham home debut and second successive start in Europe,’ they began.
‘The youngster was inches away from opening the scoring after five minutes with his header from Werner’s cross just going wide of the post.
‘Had a few good runs in the first half and switched to the left flank at the start of the second half after Werner’s exit.
‘Immediately went on a mazy run that led to a chance for Brennan Johnson and continued to cause the visitors a host of issues after that with his positive running.
‘Received a standing ovation when substituted in the final few minutes.’
Likewise, went with 8 out of 10 and wrote: ‘Made his home debut and showed why fans are so excited about him. Brilliant in that second half.’
What next for Tottenham?
Spurs are next in action on Sunday when they head to Crystal Palace for a 2pm kick-off in the Premier League.