Tottenham player ratings vs Bournemouth: Four stars get 3s as woeful Spurs steal late draw

Tottenham somehow salvaged a point from their showdown with Bournemouth after fighting back from 2-0 down to draw 2-2. Guglielmo Vicario was forced to make two early saves to keep the match goalless in the opening minutes as Bournemouth set the tone for the match.

Marcus Tavernier eventually opened the scoring just before the break after turning in Milos Kerkez’s cross. Justin Kluivert had a second goal disallowed at the start of the second half, before Evanilson doubled his side’s advantage after 65 minutes. But Pape Matar Sarr halved ‘s deficit moments later as the match opened up, with Son Heung-min sealing a point for the hosts with a late penalty. And Express Sport is on hand with the player ratings.

Tottenham player ratings vs Bournemouth (4-3-3)

Guglielmo Vicario: 6

Saved from Evanilson in the opening minute after were exposed playing out from the back. Was then forced into a stop from Justin Kluivert minutes later as Spurs’ afternoon began poorly. Kept in it but and was never likely to end up on the winning team due to his side’s display.

Pedro Porro: 3

Gave the ball away too much and was guilty of giving up possession for the opening goal. Got himself into good positions at the other end of the pitch but had no end product.

Cristian Romero: 3

Got caught out in the first minute as Evanilson had an opportunity to put the visitors ahead. Looked rusty, especially early on, and was guilty of giving the ball away on too many occasions. Came off in the second half.

Kevin Danso: 6

Has shored up the Spurs backline since joining the club and was generally solid at the heart of defence. Dithered on the ball at times and wasn’t able to keep the Bournemouth attack at bay as Romero struggled next to him.

Djed Spence: 6

Worked hard but couldn’t flourish in the company of his underperforming team-mates. Has the ability to get forward and join in with attacks when ’s form improves.

Yves Bissouma: 3

Lacked the urgency and energy to make a positive impact on the game. Lost the ball in midfield just before half time and was forced to drag Evanilson down to stop his opponent. Was taken off at the break.

Rodrigo Bentancur: 3

Often found himself drifting in midfield as he failed to stamp his authority on the match. Not the answer to ’s woes and could soon end up on the bench.

Pape Matar Sarr: 7

Was quiet in the first half but burst to life at the start of the second period as he drove his team forward. Had the chance to level the match midway through the second half but dragged his shot wide. Made amends with a fortuitous goal to give his side a lifeline just after Bournemouth’s second.

Brennan Johnson: 5

Was starved of the ball as he failed to sparkle in the final third and was hooked at half time as Son Heung-min came on to replace him.

: 5

Couldn’t get into the game as Spurs were dominated on their home patch. Didn’t have chances to score and should be offering more in a shirt. Passed Son the ball to allow the South Korea international to take Spurs’ penalty.

Wilson Odobert: 7

Worked hard and tried to make things happen. Saw more of the ball in the second half as Spurs had a few good spells.

Substitutions

Lucas Bergvall: 8

Made a huge difference when he came on as Spurs finally got into the match. Hit the post with a thumping long-range effort just after the visitors’ second.

Son Heung-min: 6

Came on at the break and was quiet for much of the second half. But kept his nerve to dispatch the penalty late on.

Micky van de Ven: 6

Was given a rapturous reception when he came on and will command a regular starting place when he’s fully match fit.

James Maddison: 7

Sparked his team into life as soon as he came on and will be desperate for more starts.

Destiny Udogie: 6

Came on for Pedro Porro late on.