Ben Davies showcased his finest type of the season throughout Tottenham’s 2-0 victory at Nottingham Forest on Friday.
The versatile defender, stepping up within the absence of Micky van de Ven and Cristian Romero, excelled in aerial duels, touches, and clearances, main Tottenham in these features. Past his defensive prowess, the Wales worldwide stood out by registering a shot and contributing to the crew’s construct up play along with his dribbling efforts, making a well-rounded impression.
Amidst Tottenham’s two-goal victory, Dejan Kulusevski’s noteworthy contributions, and Davies’ help, Davies acquired reward for his standout efficiency. Surpassing his season-best in aerial duels from the earlier win over Newcastle United, he secured 5 in opposition to Forest.
Moreover, Davies achieved his highest clearance tally of the season with six, and his 102 passes equaled his finest in a sport. The 30-year-old’s continued enchancment all through the season comes as a welcome and considerably sudden growth.
The skilled Welsh defender acquired excessive reward on Match of The Day:
“He’s acquired the mentality you’re keen on as a supervisor as a result of he doesn’t play on a regular basis. When he’s referred to as upon he’s prepared and by no means complains. He’s a really clever footballer.
“They’ve acquired [Destiny] Udogie lacking, Van de Ven’s out – he’s acquired an enormous function to play for Spurs.”
Davies has been an unsung hero for a few years at Spurs due to his bit-part function, nevertheless it’s gamers like him that make a big impact on crew’s when referred to as upon, as he did on Friday evening. Tottenham will want him to hold on this manner over the busy festive interval as they await defensive reinforcements off the harm checklist.
