In this episode:

Spurs Women are beaten 2–0 by Chelsea at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in the Women’s Super League, with Martin Ho reflecting on missed chances, a decisive spell around half-time, and his first league match in the dugout at N17.

We also bring you a big academy win as the Under-21s sweep Birmingham City aside 4–0 at Hotspur Way, with Rio Kyerematen directly involved in all four goals in a standout display.

And in On This Day, we look back to 2013 when Gareth Bale scored twice against Newcastle United at White Hart Lane.

Links & sources:
Spurs Women vs Chelsea match report:
https://www.tottenhamhotspur.com/news/2026/february/spurs-women-v-chelsea-women-match-report-february-2026/

Martin Ho’s post-match verdict:
https://www.tottenhamhotspur.com/news/2026/february/women-spurs-0-2-chelsea-women-s-super-league-martin-ho-s-verdict/

Under-21s 4–0 Birmingham City match report:
https://www.tottenhamhotspur.com/news/2026/february/academy-tottenham-hotspur-under-21-vs-birmingham-city-under-21-premier-league-2-match-report/

On This Day – Spurs vs Newcastle (2013):
https://thfcdb.com/matches/2012-13/newcastle-united-09-feb-2013

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In this episode:

A difficult afternoon at Old Trafford as Tottenham fall to a 2–0 defeat against Manchester United, playing over an hour with ten men after Cristian Romero’s first-half red card. Despite a strong start and an excellent display from Guglielmo Vicario, United took advantage either side of half-time through Bryan Mbeumo and Bruno Fernandes to end Spurs’ unbeaten run in all competitions.

We also look ahead to a huge occasion in N17 as Martin Ho prepares for his first match in the dugout at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, with Spurs Women hosting Chelsea in a high-profile London derby. Ho speaks about the significance of the stadium, the challenge ahead, and the excitement around the fixture.

And in On This Day, we go back to 1958 when Spurs produced a stunning 5–1 win over Manchester City at White Hart Lane, with Bobby Smith grabbing a hat-trick after the visitors opened the scoring.

Links & sources:
BBC match report:
https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/live/c0jv0846ev3t

Martin Ho on Chelsea clash at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium:
https://www.tottenhamhotspur.com/news/2026/february/women-ho-on-chelsea-clash-in-n17-its-iconic-i-m-really-excited-for-my-first-game-there/

On This Day – Spurs 5-1 Manchester City (1958):
https://thfcdb.com/matches/1957-58/manchester-city-08-feb-1958

In this episode:

Wilson Odobert credits Thomas Frank for boosting his confidence and development as his recent form continues to grow. We also run through Spurs’ confirmed Champions League knockout squad, a venue change for Sunday’s Under-21s match, and a dual-registration move for Beatrice Cunnison. Plus, we look back at Jermain Defoe’s Spurs debut in 2004.

Links

• Wilson Odobert interview (Football.London):
  https://www.football.london/tottenham-hotspur-fc/news/tottenham-star-admits-hes-formed-33380076

• Champions League knockout squad confirmed:
  https://www.tottenhamhotspur.com/news/2026/february/uefa-champions-league-knockout-phase-squad-confirmed/

• Under-21s match moved to Hotspur Way:
  https://www.tottenhamhotspur.com/news/2026/february/academy-sunday-s-under-21s-match-switched-to-hotspur-way/

• Beatrice Cunnison dual registration:
  https://www.tottenhamhotspur.com/news/2026/february/women-cunnison-joins-real-bedford-on-a-dual-registration/

• On This Day — Defoe debut vs Portsmouth (THFCDB):
  https://thfcdb.com/matches/2003-04/portsmouth-fc-07-feb-2004

In this episode:

Thomas Frank speaks ahead of Manchester United, addressing Cristian Romero’s post-window comments, Spurs’ January business, and the latest team news — with Romero and Micky van de Ven available and Djed Spence edging closer. Plus: Spurs Women’s Under-19s draw Dulwich Hamlet away in the Capital Cup, and Araya Dennis signs a new long-term deal.

Links

• Frank press conference (Football.London): https://www.football.london/tottenham-hotspur-fc/news/thomas-frank-romero-post-transfers-33371722

• Team news vs Man United (Spurs): https://www.tottenhamhotspur.com/news/2026/february/manchester-united-vs-spurs-premier-league-team-news-cuti-romero-micky-van-de-ven-available-djed-spence-touch-and-go-for-old-trafford-test/

• WU19s Capital Cup draw (Spurs): https://www.tottenhamhotspur.com/news/2026/february/women-s-under-19s-to-face-dulwich-hamlet-in-capital-cup/

• Araya Dennis new contract (Spurs): https://www.tottenhamhotspur.com/news/2026/february/women-new-contract-for-araya-dennis/

In this episode:

Johan Lange reflects on Spurs’ January transfer window, explaining the club’s disciplined approach amid injuries, why Conor Gallagher fit the profile, and how plans are already in place for the summer. We also cover the end of Tottenham’s UEFA Youth League run after defeat away to Real Betis. Plus, On This Day — Harry Kane becomes Spurs’ all-time leading goalscorer.

🔗 Johan Lange on the January window
https://www.tottenhamhotspur.com/news/2026/february/johan-lange-discusses-the-january-transfer-window/

🔗 UEFA Youth League: Real Betis vs Spurs
https://www.tottenhamhotspur.com/news/2026/february/academy-pain-in-spain-as-uefa-youth-league-journey-ends/

🔗 On This Day — Harry Kane record
https://thfcdb.com/people/harry-kane

In this episode:

Tottenham Shelf News — Tuesday 3 February 2026

A full transfer round-up as Spurs stay busy across the first team, women’s side and Academy.

We cover the arrival of James Wilson from Hearts, multiple Academy loan moves including George Abbott, Alfie Dorrington and Aaron Maguire, Joel Vidal-Philbert joining from Chelsea, Anna Csiki’s loan switch to Roma, and Herbie James’ permanent move to Cardiff City.

Plus, On This Day — Mathys Tel joins Spurs.

🔗 James Wilson joins from Hearts
https://www.tottenhamhotspur.com/news/2026/february/james-wilson-joins-from-hearts/

🔗 Anna Csiki joins Roma on loan
https://www.tottenhamhotspur.com/news/2026/february/women-anna-csiki-joins-roma-on-loan/

🔗 Joel Vidal-Philbert joins Academy
https://www.tottenhamhotspur.com/news/2026/february/joel-vidal-philbert-joins-academy/

🔗 George Abbott loaned to Mansfield Town
https://www.tottenhamhotspur.com/news/2026/february/george-abbott-loaned-to-mansfield/

🔗 Alfie Dorrington loaned to Salford City
https://www.tottenhamhotspur.com/news/2026/february/salford-loan-for-alfie-dorrington/

🔗 Aaron Maguire joins Hampton & Richmond on loan
https://www.tottenhamhotspur.com/news/2026/february/hampton-richmond-loan-for-aaron-maguire/

🔗 Herbie James joins Cardiff City permanently
https://www.tottenhamhotspur.com/news/2026/february/herbie-james-departs-for-cardiff-city/

In this episode:

Dominic Solanke produces a moment of pure improvisation as Spurs fight back from two goals down to draw with Manchester City, denting Pep Guardiola’s title hopes and finally earning applause at full time.

We also round up a superb London derby win for Spurs Women, who came from behind to beat West Ham thanks to brilliant second-half goals from Matilda Vinberg and Olivia Holdt, despite a late red card.

Plus, On This Day — Dele Alli joins Tottenham in 2015.

🔗 Man City vs Spurs (BBC Match Report)
https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/live/cx2y1yzpvnvt

🔗 Spurs Women 2–1 West Ham (Match Report)
https://www.tottenhamhotspur.com/news/2026/january/spurs-women-vs-west-ham-wsl-comeback/

🔗 On This Day — Dele Alli joins Spurs
https://thfcdb.com/people/dele-alli

In this episode:

Tye Hall signs a new long-term contract with Tottenham Hotspur, capping a standout season for the Academy midfielder after breaking into Youth League football and earning his first senior squad call-up.

There’s also an excellent loan update as Yusuf Akhamrich scores twice on his first start for Bristol Rovers, playing a key role in a crucial League Two win and making an immediate impact away from Spurs.

And on This Day, we mark the birthday of former Tottenham midfielder Christian Ziege, who went on to make 67 appearances in Lilywhite.

Links:
📝 Tye Hall contract news:
https://www.tottenhamhotspur.com/news/2026/january/academy-new-deal-for-tye-hall/

⚽ Akhamrich loan update:
https://www.tottenhamhotspur.com/news/2026/january/akhamrich-scores-brace-on-first-start-for-bristol-rovers/

📅 On This Day — Christian Ziege:
https://thfcdb.com/people/christian-ziege

In this episode:

Thomas Frank looks ahead to Sunday’s clash with Manchester City, discussing squad momentum, injuries, and the challenges of the January transfer window as Spurs aim to build consistency after recent European progress.

We also hear from Spurs Women head coach Martin Ho ahead of a London derby away at West Ham, as he reflects on last weekend’s disappointment, the competitiveness of the WSL, leadership within the squad, and the longer-term project taking shape in N17.

There’s a loan update as Dane Scarlett joins Hibernian for the remainder of the season, plus a roundup of Academy action after our Under-21s were beaten 2–0 by Everton in Premier League 2.

And on This Day, we look back to 2023, when Pedro Porro finally completed his long-awaited move to Tottenham from Sporting Lisbon.

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Information sourced from:

Tottenham Hotspur Website: https://www.tottenhamhotspur.com/THFC Database: https://thfcdb.com/dates/31-january/transfers?page=1&perPage=10&orderBy=date_desc&selectedView=default

In this episode:

Spurs’ Champions League campaign continues to shine as Guglielmo Vicario tops the Golden Glove standings after keeping his sixth clean sheet of the league phase in Wednesday night’s 2–0 win away to Eintracht Frankfurt. Goals from Randal Kolo Muani and Dominic Solanke secured fourth place overall and a direct route into the round of 16, with Vicario now leading all goalkeepers for clean sheets at this stage of the competition.

Away from the pitch, Tottenham have confirmed a commercial update, extending their partnership with Monster Energy as the Club’s Official Energy Drink Partner through to 2028, continuing a relationship that began back in 2019.

And on This Day, we mark a rare double birthday, as both Peter Crouch and Dimitar Berbatov were born on 30 January 1981 — two very different forwards, both leaving their mark in Lilywhite.

Links:

• Vicario leads the Champions League Golden Glove standings
  https://www.tottenhamhotspur.com/news/2026/january/vicario-leads-champions-league-golden-glove/

• Spurs extend partnership with Monster Energy
  https://www.tottenhamhotspur.com/news/2026/january/tottenham-hotspur-announces-extension-of-monster-energy-partnership/

• On This Day — 30 January Spurs birthdays (Crouch & Berbatov)
  https://thfcdb.com/dates/30-january/births-deaths

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