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Penders error & Palmer sees red – player ratings for Chelsea v Spurs

Goalkeeper Mike Penders endures a difficult first Premier League start, scoring an own goal in Spurs' 2-0 win at Chelsea. Here's how we - and you - rated the players.

By Nizaar Kinsella · BBC Sport

Published: Saturday, 24 October 2026 at 6:26 PM

Key Things to Know

Tottenham defeated Chelsea 2-0 following an own goal by goalkeeper Mike Penders and a red card for Cole Palmer.
Penders and Palmer received match-low 4 ratings from journalist Nizaar Kinsella.
Mathys Tel sealed Tottenham's victory in the 87th minute after replacing an injured James Maddison earlier in the match.

The Story in 60 Seconds

Goalkeeper Mike Penders committed an own goal on his first Premier League start as Chelsea suffered a 2-0 home defeat against Tottenham at Stamford Bridge. Spurs secured just their second win in 42 visits to Stamford Bridge after Cole Palmer was sent off and Mathys Tel added an 87th-minute strike.

Journalist Nizaar Kinsella awarded Chelsea's Penders and Palmer the lowest ratings of 4, citing Penders' error and Palmer's dismissal following a late challenge on Conor Gallagher. Mateus Fernandes and Mathys Tel earned top ratings for Tottenham, with Tel receiving an 8 for his late goal.

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Penders error & Palmer sees red – player ratings for Chelsea v Spurs

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