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Today's game between Tottenham Hotspur Women and London City Lionesses will kick-off at 3 May 2026, 12:00.

The TV channel and live stream options for Tottenham Hotspur Women vs London City Lionesses are listed below. The match is available to watch via Sky Sports+, with coverage also available through the Sky Sports WSL YouTube channel and the official Barclays WSL YouTube channel.

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Tottenham Hotspur Women host London City Lionesses at BetWright Stadium in a WSL fixture that carries real weight for both sides as the season enters its final stretch.

Spurs arrive having drawn their most recent league outing 0-0 against Manchester United, but that result does little to mask a difficult run of form. Three heavy defeats in their previous four outings, including a 5-2 loss to Arsenal, have left the club fighting to consolidate fifth place in the table.

London City Lionesses come into this fixture with momentum behind them. Their 5-1 dismantling of Leicester City last weekend was a statement result, and Rob Gormley's side will be keen to build on a run that has seen them take points off Chelsea and West Ham in recent weeks.

The two clubs have met before this season, sharing a 2-2 draw in the FA Cup back in February, a game that underlined how tight this fixture can be regardless of league positions.

For Spurs, a home win would shore up their top-half standing and give the squad a confidence boost after a bruising month. For the Lionesses, three points would close the gap on their North London opponents and strengthen their own WSL footing.

With transfer speculation beginning to swirl around the Lionesses ahead of the summer window, there is plenty of intrigue surrounding this club beyond the pitch as well.

Here is everything you need to know about where to watch Tottenham Hotspur Women vs London City Lionesses, including TV channel, live stream details and kick-off time.

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A VPN, such as ExpressVPN, allows you to establish a secure, encrypted connection online. By virtually changing your location to a country where the game is being broadcast, you can bypass blackout restrictions and watch your favourite team live. A step-by-step guide is described later in this article, or you can also check out our guide to the best VPNs for streaming sports.

Team news & squads

No confirmed team news is currently available for Tottenham Hotspur Women ahead of this fixture. There are no listed injuries or suspensions for the home side at this stage, and no projected starting XI has been confirmed. Updates will be added closer to kick-off as information becomes available.

The same applies to London City Lionesses, with no injury concerns, suspensions, or probable lineup confirmed for the away side at the time of writing. Check back for the latest squad news as the match approaches.

Form

Tottenham have found life difficult in recent weeks. They have managed just one point from their last five matches across all competitions, with their sole positive result being a goalless draw against Manchester United. The defeats on either side of that point tell a harder story: back-to-back 5-2 losses to Arsenal and Manchester City left Spurs shipping ten goals in two WSL outings, and a 2-1 FA Cup exit to Chelsea added further frustration. Across those five games, Spurs scored six goals and conceded fifteen.

London City Lionesses arrive in far better shape. They have collected five points from their last five matches, peaking with that dominant 5-1 win over Leicester. Two draws against West Ham and Chelsea, both 1-1, show a side capable of holding their own against stronger opposition, and their only defeat in that run came against Arsenal. They scored eight goals across the five games and conceded five, a record that reflects growing confidence in attack.

Head-to-Head Record

The most recent meeting between these two sides ended level, with London City Lionesses and Tottenham drawing 2-2 in an FA Cup tie at Brisbane Road in February 2026. Prior to that, the Lionesses beat Spurs 4-2 in a WSL fixture in November 2025, suggesting the away side have had the better of this matchup in recent times. Looking further back, Tottenham won heavily on both occasions the sides met in earlier seasons, including a 5-0 FA Cup win and a 4-0 WSL Cup victory, though the balance of power has clearly shifted since those results.

Standings

In the WSL table, Tottenham Hotspur Women currently sit fifth while London City Lionesses are seventh, meaning both clubs are competing in the middle tier of the division with points still to play for before the season concludes.

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West Ham United’s Premier League status is hanging by a thread after a clinical Brentford side inflicted a damaging 3-0 defeat at the Gtech Community Stadium. The Hammers could have moved five points clear of the drop zone with a win, but instead, they have left the door wide open for Tottenham to drag them back into the bottom three.

The result means West Ham's Premier League survival is no longer in their own hands, as London rivals Spurs now have the opportunity to move ahead of them if they manage to beat Aston Villa. For Brentford, the victory serves as a double celebration, ending a six-match winless run and moving them up to sixth in the table as they chase European qualification for the first time in their history.

Igor Thiago was the star of the show for Keith Andrews’ side, netting his 25th goal of a remarkable campaign. The Brazilian forward showed nerves of steel in the 52nd minute when Dango Ouatarra was hauled down in the box. Thiago stepped up and sent Mads Hermansen the wrong way to double the hosts' advantage.

That goal was Thiago's 22nd in the league this season and his eighth from the penalty spot, cementing his reputation as one of the most clinical finishers in the division. His contribution was part of a dominant performance that saw Brentford maintain their status as West Ham's bogey team, having now won eight of their last 10 Premier League encounters against their London rivals.

While the scoreline suggested a comfortable afternoon for the Bees, West Ham will look back on a series of missed opportunities and bad luck. Konstantinos Mavropanos had a rollercoaster afternoon, inadvertently turning the ball into his own net for the opener before seeing a headed equaliser chalked off by VAR for a marginal offside.

Taty Castellanos was particularly unfortunate, striking the woodwork twice during a frantic first half, while Crysencio Summerville also saw a curling effort rattle the crossbar. Brentford goalkeeper Caoimhín Kelleher played his part in preserving the clean sheet, notably tipping a thumping 30-yard effort from Castellanos over the bar to ensure the Hammers remained scoreless throughout the contest.

The match was put beyond doubt 10 minutes from time when Mikkel Damsgaard produced an exquisite finish to make it 3-0. After some neat interplay between Keane Lewis-Potter and Mathias Jensen, Damsgaard spun away from his marker on the edge of the area and passed the ball into the bottom corner. It was a fitting reward for the Danish midfielder, who had been a constant threat throughout the afternoon.

The closing stages also provided plenty of feel-good factors for the home support. Kaye Furo was introduced for his Premier League debut, but the biggest roar of the afternoon was reserved for Josh Dasilva. The midfielder came on for his first appearance in 822 days following a horrific injury layoff, helping the Bees see out their 10th clean sheet of the season and leaving West Ham to reflect on a potentially season-defining defeat.

Tottenham’s nightmarish season has taken another dark turn after Sherwood suggested the club’s institutional failings could lead them into League One. As they sit two points adrift of safety with a daunting run-in, the prospect of life in the Championship is becoming a reality that many fear is only the beginning of a larger collapse.

Speaking about the crisis, Sherwood told Boyle Sports: “It's a worry, it depends on who's in charge of recruitment and running of the club. For me to give an educated answer on if they will go back up, for the people who are running the club at the moment, there'll be no guarantees.”

The former midfielder, who represented the club as both a player and a manager, is adamant that the rot comes from the very top. Sherwood argued that the current hierarchy lacks the football expertise needed to navigate the treacherous waters of the EFL should the worst happen this May.

“If a football person went in and ran the club, then yes, they should have the resources and deserve to be in charge to bounce straight back,” Sherwood added. “But if you don't bounce straight back straight away, it becomes very difficult. There's giant clubs who have been down there and stayed down there for many, many years.”

Spurs need only look at the recent struggles of other established top-flight sides to understand the danger. Sherwood highlighted the fall of former champions Leicester City as a cautionary tale of how quickly a well-resourced club can spiral when recruitment and strategy fail.

The warning is supported by historical precedent, as the likes of Sunderland, Wolves, and Swindon Town have all suffered the ignominy of double relegations. Sherwood noted: “Leicester just shows you what can happen if your club's poorly run. Even though the club's poorly run, I look around their squad at the moment, they should never be in a relegation battle in the Championship. It's a real crying shame.”

With games against Leeds, Everton, Chelsea and Aston Villa still to play, Tottenham’s fate remains in their own hands, but the psychological weight of their current position is beginning to show. If they cannot find the results needed in the final four matches, they risk becoming the most high-profile casualty of the Premier League era.

Sherwood concluded with a glimmer of hope, provided the club acts now. “Tottenham will be back. They're not down yet. If they go down, they will be back. And it needs to be on the first attempt, in my opinion. And I think it's the club capable of doing that. But you need to change the decision makers to be able to do that.”

Tottenham host Leeds United at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London on Monday, May 11, in what promises to be a high-stakes relegation six-pointer as Spurs fight to save their Premier League status.

Tottenham currently sit 18th in the Premier League while Leeds United are 15th, with the North London club sitting in the drop zone and needing a result to leapfrog fellow strugglers West Ham and Nottingham Forest.

GOAL has everything you need to know about securing tickets for Tottenham vs Leeds United, including where to buy them and how much they cost.

When is Tottenham vs Leeds in the Premier League?

How to buy Tottenham vs Leeds Premier League tickets?

Multiple ticketing options are in place for Premier League games, from individual match passes to season tickets and additional hospitality packages, which are available through the club's official ticket portal.

British football clubs tend to allocate tickets in three stages:

First to season ticket holders.

Then, to those who have been to home games before and are ranked based on loyalty points.

Finally, to the public during the general sale period.

If you're looking for last-minute tickets, fans also look to purchase tickets off secondary platforms like StubHub.

What to expect from Tottenham vs Leeds?

For Spurs, this home fixture is quite simply a must-win to avoid the unthinkable prospect of the Championship.

Leeds United arrive in London having enjoyed a season of extreme highs and lows. While their league safety is within touching distance, they are looking to bounce back from the emotional hangover of their 1-0 FA Cup semi-final defeat to Chelsea on April 26.

Daniel Farke’s men have been giant-killers lately, most notably stunning Manchester United with a 2-1 win at Old Trafford on April 13.

How much do Tottenham vs Leeds Premier League tickets cost?

The cost of a Premier League ticket varies widely. Most clubs offer tiered pricing based on age groups, including adult, junior, student, and senior categories, but these brackets differ from team to team.

Seat location and stand placement significantly influence the price, with premium views often commanding a premium cost. Some clubs also classify fixtures into categories - for example, marquee matchups against big-name opponents may fall into a higher tier, with prices rising accordingly.

The Premier League has capped away games at £30 a ticket. So, if you're looking for a cheaper choice, you might want to suss out your team's away games and hunt down those tickets.

Team news & squads

Form

Head-to-Head Record

Vinicius' attempts to score a penalty for Gremio on Wednesday night failed in spectacular fashion. The former Premier League striker was in action for his current club in the Copa Sudamericana when he was presented with a golden opportunity to put his side ahead early in the contest. Vinicius previously had two separate spells in England with Fulham and Spurs, scoring eight goals in 53 Premier League appearances overall.

Vinicius was handed the chance to open the scoring from the penalty spot against Chilean side Palestino after just 11 minutes. However, the 31-year-old saw his spot-kick saved by Sebastian Perez, who tipped the effort onto the post. It was a sign of the frustration to come for the striker, who has been in fine form since returning to his homeland.

Vinicius was handed an immediate reprieve, though, as Perez had stepped off his goal-line early. As he stepped up again, Vinicius went the other way by shooting to the goalkeeper's right. He was denied once again, however, with Perez tipping the ball away off the post.

The Palestino stopper was deemed to have come off his line too early again, though, meaning Vinicius would be handed a third chance to score. On this occasion, the forward slipped as he stuck the ball, allowing Perez to palm the ball away. There would not be another chance for Vinicius either after two separate retakes.

It would prove to be a costly miss, with Gremio unable to find a winner during the remainder of the match. Gremio had been given hope of grabbing a winner late on after Nicolas Meza was sent off for Palestino, but the match would ultimately finish 0-0.

The result leaves Gremio second in their Copa Sudamericana group after three matches. Despite the penalty disaster, Vinicius has been in impressive form since returning to his native Brazil last summer. He joined Gremio on a free transfer in July and has since scored 25 goals in all competitions; the former Tottenham Hotspur man also helped the club win a state championship in March.

Inter have reportedly won the race to sign Vicario, with TEAMtalk reporting that the Italian giants have now firmly moved into the lead for the goalkeeper's signature. Negotiations have been ongoing for several months, and the Serie A leaders have successfully reached a verbal agreement on personal terms with the Italy international. This breakthrough follows Tottenham’s internal decision made in January to allow their primary shot-stopper to move on after just two seasons in England.

The imminent departure of the 29-year-old means the hunt for a successor is now firmly on at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. The club’s recruitment strategy is currently being shaped by their top-flight status, with internal discussions centering on whether to promote from within or target a high-profile replacement from a Premier League rival. While the focus remains on the final weeks of the season, the hierarchy has already identified several candidates to take over the gloves for the 2026-27 campaign.

Inter’s decisive move for Vicario is largely motivated by the need to find a long-term replacement for Yann Sommer, whose current contract at the San Siro is due to expire in the summer of 2026. Vicario has been a reliable presence for Spurs this term, keeping 13 clean sheets across 43 appearances, but a recent hernia operation may have brought a premature end to his season. Meanwhile, TEAMtalk reports suggest that Spurs are monitoring Manchester City’s James Trafford and Brighton’s Bart Verbruggen as potential replacements to fill the looming void.

Tottenham must navigate their remaining fixtures without their first-choice goalkeeper while simultaneously fighting to secure their Premier League future. The club’s ability to lure targets like Trafford away from suitors such as Liverpool will depend heavily on avoiding the drop, with Antonin Kinsky ready to step in should they fall into the Championship. For Inter, the focus shifts to finalising a transfer fee with Spurs for a player whose current contract in North London is technically set to run until June 2028.

Inter have reportedly won the race to sign Vicario, with TEAMtalk reporting that the Italian giants have now firmly moved into the lead for the goalkeeper's signature. Negotiations have been ongoing for several months, and the Serie A leaders have successfully reached a verbal agreement on personal terms with the Italy international. This breakthrough follows Tottenham’s internal decision made in January to allow their primary shot-stopper to move on after just two seasons in England.

The imminent departure of the 29-year-old means the hunt for a successor is now firmly on at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. The club’s recruitment strategy is currently being shaped by their top-flight status, with internal discussions centering on whether to promote from within or target a high-profile replacement from a Premier League rival. While the focus remains on the final weeks of the season, the hierarchy has already identified several candidates to take over the gloves for the 2026-27 campaign.

Inter’s decisive move for Vicario is largely motivated by the need to find a long-term replacement for Yann Sommer, whose current contract at the San Siro is due to expire in the summer of 2026. Vicario has been a reliable presence for Spurs this term, keeping 13 clean sheets across 43 appearances, but a recent hernia operation may have brought a premature end to his season. Meanwhile, TEAMtalk reports suggest that Spurs are monitoring Manchester City’s James Trafford and Brighton’s Bart Verbruggen as potential replacements to fill the looming void.

Tottenham must navigate their remaining fixtures without their first-choice goalkeeper while simultaneously fighting to secure their Premier League future. The club’s ability to lure targets like Trafford away from suitors such as Liverpool will depend heavily on avoiding the drop, with Antonin Kinsky ready to step in should they fall into the Championship. For Inter, the focus shifts to finalising a transfer fee with Spurs for a player whose current contract in North London is technically set to run until June 2028.

Hoddle has opened up about his attempt to return to the dugout to save his beloved club from the drop. Following a humiliating 3-0 home defeat to Nottingham Forest in late March, a result that left the club teetering on the brink of disaster, Hoddle and Ardiles reached out to the hierarchy to offer their services.

The defeat to Forest proved to be the final straw for Tudor, who was dismissed after winning just once in seven games. With the club facing the genuine prospect of a first relegation in 49 years, Hoddle felt that an injection of "Spurs DNA" was required to galvanise a fractured dressing room and an increasingly frustrated fanbase.

Speaking on The Jeff Stelling Show, Hoddle explained the logic behind the offer and his desire to bring stability to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

"They never came to us. We did, Ossie (Ardiles) and myself, after the Forest game, we felt there was a real problem there," Hoddle revealed. "Ossie and I made it clear that we would go in there if they wanted us to go in there with probably a younger legend (as coach) as well. It needed some love, like it needed some people to go in there and unite the fans, with the owners, with the team and that is why we said we would do it."

Despite the emotional pull of a Hoddle-Ardiles return, the Tottenham board instead opted for the tactical acumen of former Brighton boss Roberto De Zerbi. Hoddle, who has followed the club since he was a child, insists there is no bitterness regarding the decision to go in a different direction with the Italian head coach.

"They said they were looking elsewhere, so that was fine by me," Hoddle admitted. "I don’t care who, I’m a Spurs man through and through since eight years of age, so as long as they’ve got the right man in. De Zerbi has gone in and everyone’s got to unite and get together, but they’ve got a real task on their hands haven’t they? I just want them to stay up, whether I was involved or I wasn’t."

While De Zerbi secured a vital first victory against Wolves last Saturday, the task ahead remains monumental. Tottenham currently sit 18th in the Premier League table, two points adrift of safety, and their survival hopes have been hampered by a growing injury list that threatens to derail their campaign entirely. The club has confirmed that star man Xavi Simons has been ruled out until at least October with a serious knee injury, while Dominic Solanke is a major doubt for the final four matches due to a hamstring strain.

Cracks were papered over last season when Europa League glory under Ange Postecoglou - which brought a 17-year wait for major silverware to a close - overshadowed a 17th-place finish. Change in the dugout was still overseen in a bid to get back on track.

Thomas Frank failed to deliver on that remit, following his move across the English capital from Brentford, while interim boss Igor Tudor lasted just seven games at the helm across 44 days. Reins have now been passed to former Brighton and Marseille boss Roberto De Zerbi.

He oversaw Tottenham’s first Premier League win of 2026 when battling past rock-bottom Wolves last time out. That crucial victory has ensured that only a two-point gap needs to be bridged in order to clamber out of the drop zone.

There are just 12 points left to play for this term, with Spurs readying themselves for a trip to Aston Villa on Sunday. From there, they will entertain Leeds, travel to Chelsea and host Everton on the final day.

De Zerbi is aware that he has little margin for error, while contending with serious injury headaches, and needs to deliver a run of form that Tottenham have not enjoyed in quite some time. There is, however, enough time left in which to get collective heads back above water.

Quizzed on how many wins are required from their remaining fixtures, former Spurs striker Saha - talking exclusively to GOAL courtesy of ToonieBet - said: “I would say that two will be enough, but they will be sweating. It won't be their choice, it will be the choice of the other teams above.

“I see a struggle for Tottenham if they don't win three, or at least two and a draw. They need seven points. They need, obviously, their direct competitors to actually lose more than two. There is difficult mathematics, but the reality is that Tottenham has the team, regardless of the injuries, regardless of the pressure. They have the team to win those four games. They definitely should not be shy about it.”

Saha added on what has gone wrong for supposed members of the Premier League’s fabled ‘Big Six’: “I don't know what is really going on in the club. I always felt that Tottenham has the potential to become one of the two or three teams competing for the title. I don't know why that hasn't really materialised, why some seasons they go and be the team that we think they could be and middle of the season, by December or January, something goes wrong with the rhythm and I don't understand it.

“I don't have a solution for them, but definitely some of those transfers, some of those decisions have been really terrible.

“You can try to always think about the managers, but I don't think that was always the case. They are making great decisions in terms of the business, in terms of the club structure, it has been one of the best in Europe. It isn't enough on the field. I do think that's a crucial moment when it comes to making huge mistakes.”

Spurs are paying the price for some questionable decisions on and off the field, with it imperative that top-flight status is retained before some of those are addressed. They were last relegated in 1977.

They bounced back at the first time of asking on that occasion, but do not want to be put in a position where history needs to be repeated on that front. Nerves are jangling in north London, with it up to De Zerbi and Co to start delivering under ever-increasing pressure.

According to Diario SPORT, Barcelona are among the major European heavyweights closely monitoring the unfolding crisis at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Spurs are currently embroiled in a desperate fight for Premier League survival, and their potential descent into the Championship could spark a mass exodus of their most valuable assets at significantly reduced prices.

The Blaugrana hierarchy is said to be keeping tabs on at least five key members of the Tottenham first-team squad. For a club like Barcelona, who continue to navigate complex financial constraints, the prospect of signing Premier League-proven talent in bargain deals represents a unique market opportunity they cannot afford to ignore this summer.

Barcelona are keeping a very close eye on the creative duo of Simons and Lucas Bergvall. Simons came through the academy ranks at Barca and is considered the crown jewel of the Tottenham midfield. A return to Barca would be a full-circle moment for the Netherlands international, who would add more flair and versatility to the club's creative department.

The interest in Bergvall is equally intriguing, as the young Swede was reportedly on the verge of joining the Catalans before ultimately choosing Tottenham. While his time in London has been hampered by injury concerns and limited playing time, the Blaugrana remain convinced of his high ceiling and could finally secure the player they missed out on just two years ago.

The scouting department at the Camp Nou is also focused on bolstering Hansi Flick’s defensive options, identifying Micky van de Ven and Cristian Romero as primary targets. Both players have established themselves as high-level performers in England and would provide immediate elite competition for places in the Barcelona backline.

Van de Ven is viewed as a particularly attractive prospect due to his explosive recovery speed and his comfort when playing out from the back. As a left-footed centre-back, the Dutchman is seen as an ideal long-term partner for academy sensation Pau Cubarsi, potentially giving Barcelona one of the most balanced defensive pairings in European football.

The fifth name on Barcelona's list is Spanish international Pedro Porro. The right-back’s attacking profile fits the traditional Barcelona mold perfectly, though his arrival would likely be contingent on the future of Jules Kounde. Reports suggest that Barcelona are open to offers for Kounde this summer as they look to balance their books. Should the Frenchman depart, Porro is seen as the ideal candidate to step in and provide the offensive threat from deep that Flick desires.

For now, these ambitious transfer plans remain tethered to the Premier League table. With only four games remaining in the English top flight, the financial feasibility of these deals hinges entirely on whether Tottenham can secure their status or if the "relegation discount" becomes active. Should the unthinkable happen and Spurs are relegated, Barcelona will face stiff competition from across Europe. However, the lure of the Camp Nou and the chance to return to the Champions League stage may give the Blaugrana the edge in what is set to be a chaotic summer window.