James Maddison delightful, one player disappoints – Tottenham ratings v Bodo/Glimt
Tottenham came into their Europa League semi-final clash against Bodo/Glimt knowing this was the biggest game of their season to date.
Spurs have endured a miserable domestic campaign, but have a route to Champions League qualification if they can reach the final in Bilbao.
It was a massive night for Ange Postecoglou, and his side got off to the perfect start as Brennan Johnson headed in within a minute of kick-off.
James Maddison doubled the lead before half-time with a fine finish into the bottom corner, sending Spurs into the driving seat for the tie.
Dominic Solanke then added a third from the penalty spot after Cristian Romero was fouled, but they were dealt a blow as Bodo/Glimt pulled a goal back through Ulrik Saltnes to make it 3-1 on the night.
Here’s how Tottenham News rated the players out of 10 on a fine night in North London.
Tottenham player ratings v Bodo/Glimt
Vicario – 6
Pedro Porro – 7
Cristian Romero – 6
Micky Van de Ven – 7
Destiny Udogie – 7
Yves Bissouma – 7
Rodrigo Bentancur – 7
James Maddison – 9
Brennan Johnson – 9
Dominic Solanke – 8
Richarlison – 7
Substitutes
Dejan Kulusevski – 6
Wilson Odobert – 5
Mathys Tel – 6
Spurs survive late scare v Bodo/Glimt
Tottenham were cruising as they were 3-0 up and comfortable heading into the final 15 minutes of the match, but they threw themselves back into some danger.
Romero picked up a reckless yellow card for an unnecessary foul, and minutes later Bodo pulled a goal back with a heavy deflection from Rodrigo Bentancur.
With the second leg of the semi-final coming up next week, their three-goal lead was reduced to two, and this tie is far from over.
Spurs will be wary of the danger of relying on a two-goal lead in difficult conditions in Norway, but they did do well to hold out and see off the late threat from the visitors as they pushed forward in the final minutes.
Tottenham now know they are 90 minutes away from the Europa League final, where they will likely face Manchester United after their resounding victory at Athletic Club.