Tottenham Hotspur Women have surged to 5th place in the FA WSL, sitting on 36 points after 22 games (11W‑3D‑8L) with a recent form of WWDLL, as head coach Martin Ho declares the season a success despite three games remaining. The Norwegian‑born manager, 35, arrived in July and has already steered the side from an 11th‑place finish last year to a realistic title‑race challenge, now sitting 19 points behind leaders Manchester City W.
How did the turnaround happen?
Ho took over a squad that looked rudderless, yet he kept summer signings to a minimum, adding Norway forward Cathinka Tandberg and Japan defender Toko Koga. He insisted on assessing every player himself, saying, “I have to see it with my own eyes, in my environment, with my coaching style.” That hands‑on approach, combined with a clear link to the club’s values, helped lift morale after a string of heavy defeats.
Why does Ho call the season a success?
The coach points to the stark improvement in both points and goal balance - the team has scored 35 goals while conceding 38, a modest -3 goal difference that reflects a tighter defence. “From where the team was to where it is now, internally we’ve achieved a lot of what we set out to do,” Ho said, highlighting the foundation built for future growth. Even after consecutive 5‑2 losses to Manchester City and Arsenal, the squad remains competitive, with the manager noting that the defeats are viewed in context as part of a longer rebuilding process.
What are the next challenges?
Tottenham Hotspur Women face an FA Cup quarter‑final against Chelsea on Monday, while also eyeing a League Cup semi‑final spot. Ho stresses that maintaining focus is vital, especially after the mental toll of losing. “Lifting heads was an important part of the process,” he explained, emphasizing the need for resilience as the team pushes for a top‑four finish.
What does the future hold?
Looking ahead, Ho expects the club to continue refining its recruitment strategy, aiming for a more balanced squad that can challenge the league leaders. The manager’s long‑term vision includes deeper runs in cup competitions and a tighter gap to Manchester City, which currently sits 19 points clear. With the season’s final stretch looming, Tottenham Hotspur Women appear poised to finish stronger than ever before.
