Scoring his first goal for Tottenham since moving from West Ham United in the summer, Mohammed Kudus broke a duck which could’ve ended long ago. The 25-year-old Ghanian international has been Spurs’ best attacker this season, and him scoring the goal against Leeds could not have come at a better time for the club.

10 appearances, one goal and five assists for Kudus across all competitions this season. His positioning, anticipation, and calmness under pressure earned praise from pundits and fans alike. Beyond scoring, his pressing, link-up play, and intelligent off-the-ball movement demonstrated the versatility that manager Thomas Frank values highly.

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Reflecting on his performance after the match, here is what Kudus explained via the club’s social media channels:

As he rightly points out, with the barrage of pressing and chance creation Leeds had towards the closing stages of the game, the game could go either way. That is why it came down to who wanted to get the result more, who had the hunger and determination instead of a straightforward game of football.

Mohammed Kudus shines as Spurs dig out crucial win at Leeds.

Kudus’ confidence shone through, and it’s clear he is beginning to cement himself as a key figure in...