Debut of Chelsea loanee stands out in Huddersfield Town player ratings, with a familiar face also performing admirably up front.

Debut of Chelsea loanee stands out in Huddersfield Town player ratings, with a familiar face also performing admirably up front.

Huddersfield Town suffered a 5-0 defeat against Manchester City, but Darren Moore’s team displayed admirable resilience and discipline throughout the match.

Lee Nicholls, despite making a crucial tip-over from Sergio Gomez, anticipated more challenges but demonstrated mental preparedness, earning a rating of 6. Brodie Spencer delivered a committed performance upon his return from a loan at Motherwell, earning a rating of 7.

Rarmani Edmonds-Green, playing as a backup centre-back at Eastlands, held his ground well, earning a rating of 6. Tom Lees, though unfortunate with the second goal going through his legs, received a rating of 6. Michal Helik’s interception, while commendable, inadvertently led to Phil Foden’s second goal, earning him a rating of 6.

Ben Jackson, operating at left-back, did justice to his role, receiving a rating of 6. Jack Rudoni, unable to execute his usual runs from deep, contributed defensively with a rating of 6. Alex Matos, making an outstanding debut, displayed energy, defensive commitment, and a proactive approach, earning the highest rating of 8.

Ben Wiles struggled to make a significant impact, receiving a rating of 6. Josh Koroma, another hard worker, had to sacrifice himself for the team, earning a rating of 6. Sorba Thomas showcased his pace, keeping City on their toes whether as a centre-forward for the first hour or on the right for the final 30 minutes, earning a rating of 7.

Substitutes:

• Bojan Radulovic (for Matos, 62) made an impactful debut, forcing a good one-handed save from Stefan Ortega, earning a rating of 6.
• Brahima Diarra (for Koroma, 81) – Not Applicable (N/A)
• Tom Iorpenda (for Wiles, 88) – N/A

Not used: Bellagambi, Ayina, Edwards, Austerfield, Stone, Hudlin.

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