Tottenham Hotspur Women delivered a season of joy and attacking football, offering fans a welcome escape from the men’s team’s relegation struggles. The Women’s Super League side achieved their highest-ever points tally (36) while finishing fifth in the final 2025 table (11W-3D-8L), just 19 points behind leaders Manchester City W. Their 7-2 thrashing of Aston Villa and a penalty shootout win over London City Lionesses were standout moments in a campaign that saw them score 35 goals and concede 38 (-3 goal difference).
What made this season special?
Under Martin Ho, appointed last year after stints at Manchester United and Brann, Tottenham Hotspur Women transformed into an attacking force. The Norwegian coach’s influence was clear as players like Olivia Holdt (top scorer) and Signe Gaupset thrived. Ho’s open-door policy-even chatting with fans in the Legends Lounge-helped build a connection with supporters, who flocked to Leyton Orient to watch their side play organised, entertaining football.
How did the squad improve?
The arrival of key players like Toko Koga in defence and Gaupset in midfield bolstered the team. But Ho’s biggest impact was revitalising existing talent. After a disappointing 2024-25 season that saw them flirt with relegation, Spurs won five of their first six games last term. Standout performers included Eveliina Summanen, Amanda Nildén, and Cathinka Tandberg, whose 40-yard screamer was a highlight.
Why did fans embrace the women’s team?
For many, like season-ticket holder Mark Burton, the women’s team became a refuge from the men’s turmoil. After England’s Lionesses inspired a family trip to the 2023 World Cup, Burton and his son became regulars at Spurs’ women’s matches. The contrast was stark: while the men’s team crumbled, the women delivered attacking football and a sense of community. As the men narrowly avoided relegation, the women’s team gave fans something to celebrate.
