Spurs under 23’s 0-1 Derby County: (match report)

Our under 23’s visit to the East Midlands on Friday evening was one of disappointment as Wayne Burnett’s side were frustrated by a very solid and well organised Derby side (one which included 34 year old centre half Jason Shackell) and in the end, the game was won by a mere one goal margin by the rams, at pride park. In all truth it was a quite frustrating game of football and even though our lads made a good impression on the game, it wasn’t enough to break down such a tenacious Derby defence, though for Loft and Sterling it would have been a great experience to come up against such an experienced centre half. After a slow opening couple of minutes the rams almost took an early lead, after Amos was robbed of possession which resulted in a Derby forward being played through on goal, but thankfully his lofted effort was met by Austin who made a fine reaction save to thwart the ball clear. Some good work from fullback Keanan Bennetts down the left forced a Spurs corner, which was cleared from danger. Spurs were pressing high (ie:Shashoua)and were trying to force a composed Derby team in to making errors, however an error was to come inside the Spurs penalty area after a mix up from an in swinging free kick ended up with Austin taking out Bennetts, but thankfully Tanganga was there to make an important block.

We were playing the passing game, playing it out from the back, a good chance for Burnett’s side came just after the 20 minute mark. When the prominent Shashoua’s tricky forward run saw him play a one two with Harrison before curling an effort inches wide of the right post. A vital block from the efficient Spurs skipper Amos stopped a good Derby chance. Though the home side were to test us again moments later after Callum Guy beat Bennetts down the flank before whipping a cross tantalisingly across the face of goal being missed by centremeters from a Derby forward. Neither side could really take a hold of the game, veteran centre half Shackell made a good challenge to deny Harrison a dangerous opening, as the game continued to lack any clear cut chances. The rams tried to carve through our alert defence, Austin was there to make a comfortable save from Babos’ effort, Tanganga showed tremendous skill moments later to get out of a tricky situation, whilst Harrison had a low effort gobbled up by Josh Barnes at the other end. A brilliant run from target man Ryan Loft saw him perform a Ricky Villaesque run into the penalty area before forcing Barnes into making a good low stop.

 

Then, followed a bad mistake from Amos who overplayed a situation and was hence robbed of the ball by a Derby player, luckily it was fired high over the cross bar, the home side were showing some impressive attacking play. Some really clever play from Shashoua who was under pressure, saw him get out of a tricky situation, as Spurs passed the ball around with real attacking intent. Oliver Skipp who had been impressive in the centre of the park was replaced by Pritchard at the interval, who took over the captains arm band, Pritchard quickly barking instructions to his team mates. Another vital block by Tanganga on 53 minutes prevented a good attack as the game started to become a little flat. Left back Bennetts went close shortly before the hour mark after showing some nice footwork inside the Derby box before smashing an effort against the side netting. However all of Spurs’ handwork was to be undone when winger Luke Thomas gave Derby the lead. It was a counter attacking move from Derby which resulted in Thomas’ curling an effort towards goal, which was most unfortunately turned into his own net by Maghoma leaving Austin with no chance, that goal could well go to the dubious goals committee.

Marcus Edwards had a penalty shout dismissed at the other end as Spurs looked to respond, Shashoua was brought off to replace Tracey down the right. Burnett’s side struggled to create chances against a rock solid Derby outfit who were defending brilliantly against us. Spurs were being limited to out of the box chances, Harrison hit a decent low effort just wide before claiming for the corner. The game had become quite dull up until Tanganga was forced into making an important clearance to clear Wassall’s effort at the far post. Then minutes later the Tottenham centre half got a vital head on Thomas’ curling effort. We never looked like we were going to equalise, the hosts were constantly nullifying any forward threat we posed. Spurs’ best chance of the second half came after we were awarded a free kick on the edge of the area. Marcus Edwards’ good up and down effort forcing Barnes into making an excellent save. There were no more chances of note for either side as Derby held on to win 1-0. Up next for Burnett’s side is a premier league international cup tie at home to Villarreal at the Lamex stadium, on the 14th of November.

Player reviews:
– Brandon Austin: Didn’t have an awful amount of saves to make, but he made a top class one in the beginning of the first half.
– George Marsh: Played well seems to be adapting well to the role of right back. Defended well and didn’t overplay situations, also put in some good crosses.
– Christian Maghoma: Had a good game, defended well and looked solid and composed when called into action.
– Japhet Tanganga: My man of the match, I thought Tanganga put in a really good defensive performance against Derby, made more crucial interventions/blocks than any one else, and played the ball out from the back by example, rock solid performance by the 18 year old.
– Keanan Bennetts: Had a really good game looked solid down the left, and also went on some really promising runs whipping a number of good crosses into the area.
– Oliver Skipp: Put in a fine shift in the first half before being brought of at half time, imposed himself well on the game and was there at important moments.
– Luke Amos: Thought the 20 year old had a really good game, he was efficient and broke up play really well.
– Samuel Shashoua: I thought the creative Shashoua was our best player until being brought off early on in the second half, in a substitution which I personally found odd. He created openings for Spurs, showed really good close ball control especially in tight situations, and tracked back well.
– Marcus Edwards: Potent on occasions, like Shashoua Edwards showed great ball control in tight situations, he was good going forward and was unlucky not have scored his late free kick.
– Shayon Harrison: A little quieter than usual, due mainly to the fact he was playing as a second striker and that he was up against a top defence. Still he managed to hit some good efforts on goal.
– Ryan Loft: Was a great experience for the target man who held his own against Shackell, constantly tussling with the veteran centre half, put in a good shift up top.
– Joe Pritchard: Came on at the interval and put in a tireless and battling display in the middle of the park, thought the skipper done really well.
– Shilow Tracey: The substitute didn’t see much of the ball.
– Kazaiah Sterling: Positive and lively cameo up top.

My man of the match: Japhet Tanganga. My man of the match, I thought Tanganga put in a really good defensive performance against Derby, made more crucial interventions/blocks than any one else, and played the ball out from the back by example, rock solid performance by the 18 year old.

 

Spurs under 19’s 1-1 Real Madrid: (match report)

On a night where are senior squad put in one of their finest performances since Pochettino took charge, it would be easy to forget about how good a job Scott Parker’s side done just a couple of hours before hands on Tuesday evening. Following the sheer elation of that game I thought I’d take a day or so to saviour that result, before writing this report. Played at the sparsely attended Alfredo Di Stefano stadium, and if I’m going to be honest it did feel a bit odd watching this group of players on the big screen. Parker and Mcdermott will undoubtedly view the 1-1 draw achieved in Madrid as a big success, not only was it a vital away point that we picked up. It was also a top team performance which showed off how great are players really are. It was a steady start to the game, Spurs containing possession in the opening minutes. But it was the young lilywhites who were to make the first meaningful attacking foray, when Keanan Bennetts dangerous curling cross was cleared by a Madrid defender on 8 minutes. Then, mere seconds later Jack Roles cut a lovely pass back to Edwards, whose following attempt forced Fernandez into action. A long range effort from Oscar flew over Austin’s crossbar as the home side looked to respond. Then followed another brilliant chance for Spurs, when Roles’ sublime through ball sent the onrushing Sterling through on goal. However, Sterling’s tame low effort was saved comfortably by Fernandez, as Real Madrid were let off the hook again.

Spurs were really taking the game to Real Madrid as they created some good chances going forward. The prominent Jack Roles whipping a dangerous ball across the face of the goal, then young Tariq Hinds embarked on a promising run down the right flank, before curling an effort wide. Parker’s lads looked incredibly organised and were snuffing out any danger that Real produced, limited mainly to long range efforts. One of which was easily gathered by Austin on 25 minutes. As the rain came gushing down so did the opening goal, when Spurs took a much deserved lead just before the half hour mark. The move all started after Samuel Shashoua went on a brilliant attacking run down the left before sending a delightful cross into the box. Which was met by an off balance Sterling, whose effort was parried away by Fernandez into the path of Edwards who quickly laid the ball off to none other than Jack Roles who had managed to find an empty pocket of space, the Cypriot youth internationals emphatic finish putting us into a deserved lead. Baeza’s dipping effort was well saved by Austin as the home team looked to find a quick equaliser, but the scores should have been level after Oscar received a lovely lofted pass in the area, but he couldn’t convert. Then came a dangerous free kick, conceded by Lyons-Foster on the edge of the area, but Oscar’s resulting effort sailed high and wide.

Our lads almost doubled their lead on the stroke of half time when the creative Shashoua curled in another peach of a cross to Sterling, whose header forced Fernandez into making a spectacular reflex save, it had been all Spurs in the first 45. The second half suited the home side better, they came out and showed more quality in the final third. Lyons-Foster getting a vital head on the ball to deny a Real Madrid player a clear goalscoring opportunity, then the potent Oscar came close to levelling, when his side footed effort on the edge of the area flew just over Austin’s bar. Kazaiah Sterling felt hard done by when the referee didn’t award a penalty at the other end when he was brought down from behind by a defender, as Spurs continued to pressurise the home side. Despite Madrid’s resurgence in the second half our lads continued to create good chances of their own. The lively Marcus Edwards playing a nice ball in to Sterling which was only intercepted by a Real defender.

An attacking onslaught by Real Madrid followed, Gomez’s deflected effort dipping just over Austin’s goal, only due to a vital block from Skipp. A good save from Austin followed, but he could do nothing to prevent Real’s equaliser on 71 minutes. When Gomez managed to poke home a dangerous cross from the left, leaving Austin helpless in the goal as it flashed past him. Real were passing the ball about well and were growing in confidence following their leveller. 17 year old Reo Griffiths came on to replace Roles as Parker looked to inject some pace into the game. A brilliant curling free kick from Oscar on 81 minutes was tipped over the bar by Austin as Real Madrid pushed for a winner. Massively important blocks by Tanganga followed as Real Madrid edged dangerously close to a late winner. A teasing ball across the face of the Spurs goal was only missed by the tiniest of margins by Gomez, as Spurs continued to defend really well. A brilliant diving save from a magnificent Austin thwarted Vacas Ruiz’s powerful effort. Then the colossal defending of Tanganga saved us yet again, when he made a heroic late interception.

Madrid continued to trouble us, carving through our defence on another occasion late on, Baeza forcing Austin into a low save from close range. Then followed a great late chance for Spurs when substitute Paris Maghoma slipped through the onrushing Griffiths but his pass couldn’t quite find Sterling in time. A hugely entertaining game ending in a brilliant 1-1 draw for Parker’s young side a brilliant, brilliant performance from our lads. COYS

 

Player reviews:
– Brandon Austin: Made no fewer than eight saves, his presence in goal was immense, made some crucial and really difficult saves to secure the point, looked very confident.
– Tariq Hinds: Really good going forward, also looked very assured defensively.
– Keanan Bennetts: Not as attacking as usual from left wing back, but Bennetts was very solid defensively.
– George Marsh: Was immense in the holding midfield position probably his finest performance this season, Marsh was flawless and effective.
– Japhet Tanganga: I was very close to awarding Tanganga man of the match for his performance against Leicester on Friday, but he done more then enough to secure it for his performance in Spain. Heroic was an understatement, I lost count of how many vital last ditch challenges Tanganga made in the box, he was rock solid in every aspect of his game. His long range passing was also superb, as always. I’m still to think of who he reminds me of, but he really is a brilliant prospect!
– Brooklyn Lyons-Foster: Really assured performance from the 17 year old, so decisive and calm in his defending and overall play.
– Jack Roles: It was only his first start of the season unbelievably, and Roles made a great impression on Tuesday evenings game. He was tidy and creative from the centre of midfield, but it was his special ability to find pockets of space which was so effective. Roles is so clinical in front of goal and his brilliantly taken one against Real Madrid certainly won’t be his last of this season.
– Oliver Skipp: Typically influential performance from the 17 year old starlet, his pressing, defending and dominance of the midfield rightfully winning him many plaudits from fans.
– Kazaiah Sterling: Could have had a brace on another day, really positive display, got into great positions.
– Marcus Edwards: Lively and creative down the right wing.
– Samuel Shashoua: Yet again Shashoua had a profound impact on the game, he was one of the main sources of creativity in the game, his runs, crossing and balance were all top draw. He created the first goal.
– Reo Griffiths: Decent cameo.
– Paris Maghoma: Bright cameo, looked good on the ball. Still only 16 years of age.

 

My man of the match: Japhet Tanganga. I was very close to awarding Tanganga man of the match for his performance against Leicester on Friday, but he done more then enough to secure for his performance in Spain. Heroic was an understatement, I lost count of how many vital last ditch challenges Tanganga made in the box, he was rock solid in every aspect of his game. His long range passing was superb as always. I’m still to think of who he reminds me of, but he really is a brilliant prospect!

 

Real Madrid: Fernandez, Zabarte (c), Garcia, Baeza Pérez, Adri, Álex Martín, López (Vacas Ruiz 46), Martin, Dani Gómez, Óscar, Alberto. Substitutes (not used): Ramos, Fidalgo, Moreno Román, Rodríguez Martínez, Garay, Rodríguez, Delgado.

Spurs: Austin, Hinds, Bennetts, Marsh, Tanganga, Lyons-Foster, Roles (Griffiths 71), Skipp, Sterling, Edwards (c, P Maghoma 83), S Shashoua. Substitutes (not used): De Bie, Reynolds, Omolabi, A Shashoua, Patterson.

Goals: Real Madrid – Dani Gómez 71; Spurs – Roles 29.

Yellow cards: Spurs – Marsh 34, Skipp 80, Sterling 90+1.

Referee: Joao Pinheiro.

Spurs under 23’s 1-1 Leicester City: (match report)

Our under 23’s returned to action on Friday afternoon with a 1-1 draw with Leicester City at the training centre, in what was a fair result for both sides. There were good passages of play from both sides notably in the second half for Spurs, but neither side really stamped their authority on the game even though there were few clear cut chances, the foxes were solid from the offing, and overall Burnett will be happy that his side picked up a valuable point. It was Burnett’s side who had the first real chance of the game, with the Spurs players looking sharp in their play. Marcus Edwards well weighted through ball put Sterling through on goal, though the striker couldn’t quite control it as Max Bramley smothered the ball. Then, on nine minutes Leicester had a golden chance at the other end when George Thomas’ promising cross into the area was mistakenly headed into the path of Choudhury by Maghoma. The midfielder looked destined to score, though his low header from only a few yards out went a fraction wide of the post. Sam Hughes’ deflected effort soon afterwards was easily gathered by Whiteman, as Leicester enjoyed a bright spell. Edwards made another good run just before 20 minutes, when he fed the ball through to Sterling inside the penalty area, the strikers effort was blocked by Bramley before rebounding back off Sterling and then being cleared on the line.

Spurs were trying to open up a rigid Leicester defence often by using the flanks, Shashoua’s effort was a fine example of this. When he went on a jinking run from the left before firing over Bramley’s crossbar. A great surging run from Bennetts down the left followed, as Spurs continued to look for the opener. It was a really solid defensive display from both sides as chances were limited mainly to set pieces, Tanganga and Maghoma were really impressing at the back for Spurs. The prominent Samuel Shashoua went close again shortly after the half hour mark, when he took the ball down well before forcing Bramley into making a comfortable save. Neither side had asserted their authority on the game as half time grew closer. However, the deadlock was to be broken on 35 minutes, when defender Sam Hughes rose the highest to power home Connor Woods cross into the top corner of the net. Oliver Skipp made a brilliant late block to deny a Leicester player, as Spurs went into the interval 1-0 down. In the beginning of the second half, the game was really lacking that bit of creativity. Leicester’s Sherif hit an effort over the bar from long range, as Leicester looked to settle down. Then followed a moment of controversy when (in my opinion) a penalty should have been awarded to Spurs. It came about after Edwards whipped a pacy free kick into the area, with Tanganga seemingly certain to get a head on it at the far post were he not having his shirt pulled with such force by a Leicester defender, it was a tricky one for the referee and the linesman, as Tanganga’s protests went in vein.

A somewhat scrappy game was turned on its head on 65 minutes after Spurs drew level through the tireless Samuel Shashoua. The lively Marcus Edwards played Shashoua through on goal with a nice pass, from a tight angle Shashoua’s effort was parried by Bramley with the follow up being fired home form Shashoua, 1-1. A shift in possession followed as Spurs started to dominate proceedings, Spurs going close on a couple of occasions. First through a corner, which was headed goal bound by Tanganga only to be blocked back into the feet of Sterling, Leicester scrambling the ball clear. Then, the creative Shashoua clipped in a wonderful cross into the area from the left, which was poked goal wards by Sterling who was only to be denied by a spectacular Bramley save. A rejuvenated Spurs team continued to push, Harrison testing Bramley with a good low strike as Leicester were on the defensive. A late half chance for the foxes followed, when Josh Eppiah went on a long surging run down the left before letting fly, his effort was easily gathered by Whiteman. The final score was a fair one, 1-1. Spurs have a London Derby to look forward to next week when they host Arsenal at the training centre. COYS

Player reviews:
– Alfie Whiteman: Had a fine game, looked solid and composed.
– George Marsh: A terrific performance from the 18 year old at right back, Marsh was really commanding putting in a great defensive shift.
– Christian Maghoma: Rock solid in defence along side Tanganga.
– Japhet Tanganga: Magnificent performance from Tanganga today, his overall defending was superb. From the blocks he made to his positioning he was tremendous, his long passes were equally impressive.
– Keanan Bennetts: Much more defensive in his play today though he did trouble the Leicester defenders down the flank. Looked very solid and assured at left back.
– Oliver Skipp: Unsurprisingly, Skipp really caught the eye today with his performance, made some important blocks and interceptions.
– Joe Pritchard: Very tidy performance from the skipper before being brought off in the second half.
– Luke Amos: Dominated the midfield, one of our best players throughout the game.
– Samuel Shashoua: My man of the match, see below.
– Marcus Edwards: Had a good game, very creative and lively going forward, influential in our goal.
– Kazaiah Sterling: He may not have scored but I thought Sterling had a good game, constantly made good runs and pressed the defenders.
– Shayon Harrison: Great to see him back in action! Played in the number 10 position and had a really positive impact on the game.

My man of the match: On only his second start in the league this season Shashoua showed exactly why he is one of the biggest talents in our academy. He was the creative spark that Burnett’s team needed today, and his important goal was really well deserved. He dazzled down the left flank with some lovely moves, he now has four goals so far this season from just four starts.

Spurs: Whiteman, Marsh, Bennetts, Skipp, C Maghoma, Tanganga, S Shashoua, Pritchard (c, Harrison 61), Sterling (Tracey 81), Edwards, Amos. Substitutes (not used): Austin, Loft, Roles.

Leicester City: Bramley, Pascanu (Eppiah 70), Wood, Hughes, Knight, Johnson,Choudhury, Dewsbury-Hall (Kaba Sherif 46), Muskwe, Thomas, Gordon (Ndukwu 81). Substitutes (not used): Iversen, Martis.

Goals: Spurs – Shashoua 65; Leicester City – Hughes 35.

Yellow cards: Spurs – Bennetts 63; Leicester City – Thomas 90+2.

Referee: Samuel Allison.

Attendance: 189.

Spurs under 21’s 3-4 AFC Wimbledon: (match report)

Disappointment was etched across the Spurs players faces at the end of Tuesday nights Checkatrade trophy match against Wimbledon. As Wayne Burnett’s development side were cruelly beaten 4-3 by league one club AFC Wimbledon at their Kingsmeadow ground. You could feel the exasperation at conceding that late goal, in a game which our lads deserved so much more from. It was a brilliant game consisting of attacking football, and even though our lads are virtually out of this senior competition, they should be mighty proud of their performance against an experienced and physical Wimbledon side. The home side got the game underway at a chilly Kingsmeadow, and it was the dons who were to have the first sniff at goal. Spurs defender Jonathan Dinzeyi had given possession away in a dangerous area on four minutes, but thankfully for Spurs, Soares resulting strike flew over Austin’s crossbar. Spurs were pressing high and were looking comfortable in possession, Burnett’s side were to break the deadlock just 16 minutes in. When a good incisive move combining Tracey and Sterling came off. Tracey playing a quick one two with Sterling on the edge of the penalty area, before powering home a low effort underneath the body of the outstretched McDonnell, 1-0. However, their lead wasn’t to last long as just three minutes later the home side levelled through a set piece. It was a disappointing goal to concede as the in swinging corner was headed goal bound by Robinson only to be converted by Toby Sibbick who headed home on the line.

Shortly afterwards the dons had another good opportunity after Skipp lost possession near the Spurs box, Tom Soares powerful effort was brilliantly thwarted by the diving Brandon Austin. It was a very even game as both sides went forward, a great pass from Shashoua found Sterling inside the penalty area though the striker couldn’t quite square it for the approaching Pritchard in time. Pritchard did go close a couple of minutes later, when he brought down the ball on the edge of the area, before volleying just over. Burnett’s side regained the lead on 34 minutes following a great piece of play. A fantastic surging run from Bennetts down the left flank saw him power his way into the box before cutting a lovely pass back to Shashoua, who neatly passed the ball into the bottom corner of McDonnell’s net. A crucial intervention by Dinzeyi to clear a dangerous cross at the other end followed, as the dons went straight on the attack. Sadly there was just the four minutes difference between our goal and Wimbledon’s second leveller of the night. The goal again coming as the result of a corner kick, as the ball ended up coming to the dons Egli Kaja on the edge of the box. Kaja struck the ball sweetly on the half volley giving Austin no chance as it flew into the back of the net. Wimbledon almost made it 3-2 on the stroke of halftime, when Harry Forrester volleyed narrowly wide of goal, bringing a thrilling first half to an end.

The second half was just as thrilling as the first, fast paced and unpredictable. A misplaced pass by Dinzeyi came to a dons player on the edge of the box shortly after the restart, Forrester’s low drive being met by an alert Austin, who saved well. It was a composed and so far assured start to the half from Burnett’s side, their dangerous attacking football seeing them (unsurprisingly) take the lead for the third time just before the hour mark. The brilliant Keanan Bennetts surged down the left flank leaving the opposition defenders rooted to their spot as he strode towards the penalty area before putting in an excellent low cross, which was bundled home at the far post by Sterling. However, when Spurs were to score the inevitable was to follow, and that occurred moments later as Neil Ardley’s side pegged us level for the third time in the match. A powerful low shot from Sibbick on the edge of the penalty area was seen late by Austin who despite getting down quickly, couldn’t prevent Sibbick’s second of the game. A brilliant reflex save from Austin followed as the game continued to be played at such a hectic and fast pace. It was end to end as chances for both sides followed. The dons target man Lyle Taylor had a late chance when he held off Spurs substitute Lyons-Foster inside the box before laying the ball across to Egan, who thankfully for Spurs skewed inches wide of the goal. There were more golden chances for the home team notably when Forrester’s teasing cross was lifted over the bar by Taylor from point blank range on 83 minutes. Spurs were producing some great openings of their own, as they utilised the electric pace of Bennetts down the wing.

However, the game was to end in heart breaking fashion for our lads, as former Spurs man Dean Parrett bundled home a late stoppage time winner, to leave our battling side pondering what might of been. COYS

Player reviews:
– Brandon Austin: Thought he had a great game, unlucky with the goals conceded. He made a string of brilliant reflex saves, has been excellent this season!
– George Marsh: Tidy and efficient, dealt well with the physicality of the game.
– Jonathan Dinzeyi: Still only 17, the young centre half had a fine game, looked composed and assured. Made some important interceptions.
– Christian Maghoma: Very good performance from the centre half, lead the defence by example, was dominant in the air and dealt well with the imposing Wimbledon forwards.
– Oliver Skipp: I doubt that there are many 17 year old midfielders who can run the midfield like a seasoned pro. Well that’s what Skipp done the other night, he was everywhere, making some brilliant challenges. And even gliding past players with his strength and footballing nous.
– Keanan Bennetts: My man of the match, see below.
– Joe Pritchard: The skipper produced yet another excellent display in the midfield. Roamed across the pitch filling in for a variety of players. Dictated the tempo of the game.
– Shilow Tracey: Powerful and productive down the wing, took his goal really well.
– Luke Amos: Another player who had an excellent game, Amos was an anchor man in the middle, tenacious and decisive in his play, broke up play really well.
– Samuel Shashoua: If you’ve been reading my reports over the last year, then you’ll know I’m a big fan of Samuel Shashoua. His performance against Wimbledon on Tuesday showcased his remarkable Eriksen like footballing intelligence on the pitch. His vision, creativity and movement were all first class, he also took his goal with such composure.
– Kazaiah Sterling: Pressed high, made some great runs and scored a well earned goal (his sixth of the campaign) a fine display.

 

My man of the match: There were so many excellent performances against the dons, but for me it has to be Keanan Bennetts. A player who had a profound impact on the game from left back, Bennetts was unstoppable down the left flank. His pace, power and Zaha like skill, proved too much for the visitors who resulted in pulling his shirt to stop him on occasions. Two brilliant assists from a player who has been exceptional this season.

 

AFC Wimbledon: McDonnell, Sibbick, Kennedy, Robinson (c), Charles, Egan, Hartigan, Soares (Trotter 46), Kaja, McDonald (Taylor 56), Forrester (Parrett 64). Substitutes (not used): Francomb, Nightingale, Kalambayi, Tzanev (GK).

Spurs U21s: Austin, Marsh, Bennetts, Skipp, C Maghoma, Dinzeyi (Lyons-Foster 71), S Shashoua (Griffiths 89), Amos, Sterling, Pritchard (c), Tracey (Loft 71). Substitutes (not used): P Maghoma, O’Reilly (GK).

Goals: AFC Wimbledon – Sibbick 19, 60, Kaja 38, Parrett 90+2; Spurs – Tracey 16, Shashoua 34, Sterling 59.

Referee: Antony Coggins.