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Mohammed Kudus still hasn’t proven he’s the starter over Savio

Tottenham Hotspur right winger Mohammed Kudus soaked up Man of the Match honors in Spurs 2-0 win over Crystal Palace to make it three straight victories, and wh…

Published: Sunday, 1 November 2026 at 8:00 PM
Mohammed Kudus still hasn’t proven he’s the starter over Savio
Key Things to Know
  • Hotspur HQ argues Mohammed Kudus has not definitively beaten out the injured Savio for Tottenham's starting right-wing role.
  • Tottenham defeated Crystal Palace 2-0, with defenders Archie Gray and Jan Paul van Hecke scoring the goals.
  • Kudus earned Man of the Match against Palace and completed five dribbles, but missed a clear scoring opportunity.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Writer Joe Soriano argues that Tottenham Hotspur winger Mohammed Kudus has not yet permanently claimed the starting right-wing spot over Savio, despite earning Man of the Match honors in a 2-0 victory against Crystal Palace. Although Kudus put in strong performances against Chelsea, Coventry, and Palace, Soriano notes that a lack of goals leaves manager Roberto De Zerbi's selection debate wide open.

Tottenham's 2-0 win featured headers from Archie Gray and Jan Paul van Hecke, highlighting the team's ongoing search for consistent goal-scoring options. Soriano asserts that Savio's natural creativity and playmaking before his injury mean Kudus needed to convert key chances to fully solidify his role over the Brazilian winger.

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