UEFA Super Cup: Fans Blown Away by Tottenham Star Who Was ‘Absolutely Cooking’ PSG

Tottenham Hotspur’s UEFA Super Cup clash with Paris Saint-Germain may have ended in heartbreak, but the night belonged to one man — and fans can’t stop talking about him. The North London side, under Thomas Frank’s new leadership, put in a performance that stunned many, and despite falling short in a penalty shoot-out, one summer signing completely stole the show.

The first half belonged entirely to Spurs. Just before the break, Micky van de Ven reacted quickest to a loose ball in the box, poking home past PSG goalkeeper Lucas Chevalier to give Tottenham the lead. Minutes after the restart, Cristian Romero doubled the advantage with a powerful finish, sending the travelling fans into raptures.

It was a dream start, especially against a PSG team loaded with world-class talent in every position. But as the game wore on, the French giants found their rhythm. Substitutes Kang-In Lee and Goncalo Ramos scored late goals to pull PSG level, forcing the tie to be decided from the penalty spot. In the end, PSG held their nerve, clinching the trophy and leaving Spurs with mixed emotions.

While the final result stung, there was no denying that Tottenham had made a statement. This was their first-ever competitive meeting with PSG, and they showed they could go toe-to-toe with one of Europe’s most feared sides. But the loudest talking point wasn’t about the scoreline — it was about the dazzling display from Mohammed Kudus.

Signed for £55 million, Kudus came into the match with a reputation as one of the most exciting attacking players in Europe. Against PSG, he showed exactly why Tottenham fought so hard to bring him to North London. From the first whistle, the Ghanaian international tormented defenders with blistering pace, tight ball control, and relentless pressing.

Time and again, Kudus surged past Nuno Mendes — widely regarded as one of the best full-backs in world football — making the Portuguese star look uncomfortable in one-on-one situations. Before being substituted in the 79th minute, Kudus completed all four of his crosses, maintained a perfect dribbling success rate, and registered two touches inside PSG’s penalty area.

Fans watching from the stands and on television were in awe. Social media lit up with praise, with one supporter tweeting, “What Kudus is doing to these lot is unruly… they can’t cope.” Another simply wrote: “What a player Kudus is!” Others noted how Mendes, who has handled world-class wingers like Mohamed Salah, Lamine Yamal, and Lionel Messi, struggled to contain the Spurs man.

Kudus wasn’t the only standout performer. Pape Matar Sarr dominated the midfield, breaking up PSG attacks and driving forward with purpose. Together, he and Kudus provided Tottenham with a cutting edge that kept the French champions on the back foot for long stretches. But it was Kudus’ fearlessness and flair that truly captured the imagination of fans and pundits alike.

For Thomas Frank, the performance will be bittersweet. His team came within minutes of lifting silverware, only to be undone by late goals and a penalty defeat. Yet, he will take heart from the fact that Tottenham went toe-to-toe with PSG and, for much of the night, looked like the better side. More importantly, the match hinted at the devastating potential of Kudus when fully integrated into Frank’s high-tempo system.

If this performance is anything to go by, Kudus could become one of the Premier League’s breakout stars this season. His ability to play across the front line, coupled with his natural flair, makes him a nightmare for defenders and a dream for creative teammates. Tottenham may have left the UEFA Super Cup empty-handed, but they have found a new talisman — and the Premier League has been put on notice.

The night in Italy may be remembered for PSG lifting the trophy, but for Spurs supporters, it will also be remembered as the evening Mohammed Kudus announced himself to the world in a Tottenham shirt — absolutely cooking one of Europe’s elite and leaving fans hungry for more.