Kudus Impresses with Key Assist as Spurs See Off Reading in Thomas Frank’s First Match

Select Car Leasing Stadium, Reading – Tottenham Hotspur kicked off the Thomas Frank era with a 2-0 win over Reading in Saturday’s pre-season friendly, and while the headlines will mention the goals from Will Lankshear and Luka Vuskovic, it was Mohammed Kudus who stole the show.

Making his Spurs debut, Kudus delivered the kind of performance fans had been hoping for—sharp, intelligent, and influential. Mohammed Kudus featured predominantly on the right flank during Tottenham’s 2–0 friendly win over Reading—deploying him as a right-winger in a 4-2-3-1 system, rather than in a central midfield role. His crisp assist for Vuskovic’s goal in the 53rd minute was the highlight of a second-half display that saw Tottenham take full control of the match.

The first goal came just four minutes into the second half. Kudus delivered a dangerous corner into the box, which Vuskovic flicked on. Lankshear reacted fastest, nodding it in from close range.

But moments later, Kudus got his moment. Picking up the ball wide on the right, he charged into space and rolled a perfectly weighted ball into the path of Vuskovic, who finished cleanly to double the lead. It was a simple but effective move, showcasing Kudus’s awareness and execution under pressure.

Throughout the half, Kudus looked a level above. He drifted in from the right, linked play, and consistently made the right decisions. In the 78th minute, he nearly grabbed a second assist after breaking down the flank and pulling the ball back for Jamie Donley, whose shot was deflected behind.

Reading had their chances—Ben Elliott and Ashqar Ahmed both tested Guglielmo Vicario—but couldn’t find a way through. The Championship side showed flashes, but the quality gap was clear once Spurs shifted gears.

Match Summary:

• Final Score: Reading 0 – 2 Tottenham Hotspur
• Goals: Lankshear (49′), Vuskovic (53′)

Spurs fans got exactly what they wanted from this pre-season outing: a win, a clean sheet, and a glimpse of something new. Kudus didn’t just fit in—he elevated the team. If this performance is a sign of what’s to come, Tottenham may have found a new engine for their attack.

Thomas Frank’s tenure couldn’t have started more smoothly—and thanks to Kudus, it started with style.

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