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Okafor the difference despite Van Hecke defiance - Leeds v Spurs ratings

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James Trafford was alert and made a vital late save from Jan Paul van Hecke in the closing moments, earning a rating of 6. Nico Elvedi won his physical battle with Marmoush but headed a chance wide. Jayden Bogle had a good game going forward but was fortunate not to receive a red card for a late challenge on Mathys Tel.

Ethan Ampadu, Leeds United's captain, kept things ticking over in midfield and was a strong presence, rated 7. Gabriel Gudmundsson had an excellent first half with lively runs but had to come off at half-time, also rated 7. Noah Okafor, on as a substitute, made an inspirational impact with a clean finish two minutes after coming on, earning a rating of 7.

Antonin Kinsky had very safe handling and made an excellent save from Longstaff, rated 7. Jan Paul van Hecke had one of his best games for Spurs, powerful in the air and composed with the ball, almost saving a point at the end, rated 7. Micky van de Ven was dependable at the heart of the Spurs defence with a vital second-half clearance.

Sandro Tonali was anonymous and needed to do more, rated 5. Mohammed Kudus showed lots of endeavour but little end product, rated 5. Mathys Tel had one or two lively moments but was unable to continue after Jayden Bogle's poor first-half challenge.

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