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Our Women’s Under-16s came together for a special evening with Women’s First Team player Molly Bartrip.

The experienced defender, who began her footballing journey in our Academy in the mid-2000s as part of our Under-10s before returning to the Club in July, 2021, spoke at length about her journey to becoming a professional footballer, the challenges she has faced on and off the pitch and the battles she has faced with mental health.

Our next generation of players in our Academy were captivated by her stories, with many of those now balancing school and football, alongside life away from the pitch with family and friends, and were given a golden opportunity to pick her brain in a special Q&A.

Returning as a Lilywhite ahead of the 2021/22 campaign, our number five has since gone on to make a century of appearances for the Club and in the Women’s Super League, giving our youngsters the opportunity to hear from one of the very best in England’s top flight.

With many of these aspiring players currently in education alongside playing football, Molly spoke heavily on the importance of balancing different aspects of their lives at that age.

“It was really nice to talk to them, they were a lovely group and I hope I inspired them just a little bit to keep pushing,” she told us. “As professionals in the game, we want to pave the way for the future and I want to make sure they are in the best place possible mentally. We talk a lot about the physical aspect but, mentally, it’s just as important. I was there to share my story and what I think could help them moving forward.

“A few of the players asked a few questions about balance and I think it’s one of the hardest things to juggle when you’re that young. They will want to focus on education, but also want to give so much energy to football, plus their family and friends as well, so it’s a tough period for them. So, that’s why I gave them a little bit of advice and a few pointers in how it could help them but, more than anything, it’s putting them in the right place for the future and making sure they have the correct support around them.”

As Archie Gray became the 50th Spurs player to score for our Men's First Team at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, here is a look at the top 10 goalscorers at our N17 home.

Since we moved into our world-class home back in April, 2019, 50 players have now scored for our Men's First Team there with Archie the latest following his strike against Newcastle United on Tuesday night, but who leads the way when it comes to goals scored there?

Well, perhaps it is no surprise that the top two places belong to two of the greatest goalscorers in the Club's 143-year history.

Leading the way in terms of goals scored at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium is Heung-Min Son, who scored 63 of his 173 goals for the Club there before departing in 2025 for LAFC.

Following closely behind is our greatest ever goalscorer Harry Kane, who scored 62 of his record 280 goals for the Club at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium before moving to FC Bayern in 2023.

Richarlison leads the way for most goals within our current crop of players having scored 16 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Harry Kane holds the record for the best scoring rate at the stadium having scored 62 goals in 92 appearances there, just edging Gareth Bale who managed 10 in 16 games.

Eveliina Summanen currently leads the way as our all-time Barclays Women’s Super League assist provider.

Since joining us in January, 2022, from Kristianstads DFF, the midfield powerhouse has racked up 12 assists for us in England’s top flight – more than any other player that has worm the Lilywhite shirt in the competition.

Known for her defence-splitting passes from deep, Eve’s most memorable assist this term came from that exact situation at Leicester City in September, 2025, producing a lovely, weighted pass from just inside her own half to set Olivia Holdt through, who rounded off the move with an exquisite, chipped finish.

It has been a memorable few weeks for the Finland international, to say the least, where she reached a century of appearances in Lilywhite earlier this month against West Ham United and, earlier this week, she penned a new, long-term contract with the Club.

Our number 25 currently leads the way, with Jess Naz our second highest assist provider in the competition on nine contributions.

Watch | Holdt's cheeky finish against Leicester

It's quiz time! Archie Gray's strike against Newcastle United saw him become the 50th different Spurs player to score at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, but can you name them all?

Since our 62,850-seater stadium opened in N17 in April, 2019, 50 different players have scored for us in Lilywhite at our stunning home. But can you name those goalscorers?

Well that is the challenge we're proposing to you!

To take on the challenge, click the green 'Play Quiz' button below to get started before inputting your answers in the box titled 'enter player'.

You will have 15 minutes to name as many of the 50 players as you can. To help, the amount of goals they have scored at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium plus the country they are from are listed either side of their relevant answer box.

Helpful tip: If the player you are guessing has a multiple word surname, such as 'Giovani dos Santos', just type in the final word, ie. Santos, to score the point. For players with double-barrelled surnames, such as 'Cameron Carter-Vickers', you need to write the full surname, ie. Carter-Vickers.

Best of luck!

Name our 50 goalscorers at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium

The Club has taken the decision to make a change in the Men’s Head Coach position and Thomas Frank will leave today.

Thomas was appointed in June 2025, and we have been determined to give him the time and support needed to build for the future together.

However, results and performances have led the Board to conclude that a change at this point in the season is necessary.

Throughout his time at the Club, Thomas has conducted himself with unwavering commitment, giving everything in his efforts to move the Club forward. We would like to thank him for his contribution and wish him every success in the future.

It has been a whirlwind few weeks for Eveliina Summanen.

Having joined us in January, 2022, as a 23-year-old at the time, Eve reached a century of appearances for the Club in our clash with West Ham United earlier this month and has now put pen to paper on a new, long-term deal.

Becoming a fans’ favourite over the years with her powerhouse displays in midfield, alongside scoring some beauties in her four seasons to date, the Finland international has been a crucial part of our journey in the Women’s Super League in the last couple of years.

Now, as we sit fifth in the current standings ahead of the final stretch of the 2025/26 campaign, our number 25 says the growth in the squad this season has made her particularly more excited to commit her future here.

“I'm really excited to have signed a new contract with the Club,” she told us, reflecting on the new deal. “I'm happy here. I found my place at Spurs, and I think it was just natural to keep going on that journey.

“The time has gone really, really quickly, but I've learned a lot. I think it's been an eventful journey so far, but it feels like home here and it's obviously important as a player to feel like you can be yourself in the Club and in the daily environment.

“The last few months under Martin [Ho] we've taken good steps in the right direction. I think we have a good potential in the group and that's why I'm excited also to stay here, to see what we can build on and, hopefully, achieve big things.”

Asked about hitting 100 appearances for the Club, she added: “That’s big. You can dream about it, but you don't think that it's maybe going to happen.

“I mean, like I said, the time has gone really quickly and, when it happened, I was so surprised, but also proud and honoured to be able to achieve that and also wear that jersey.”

A consistent performer in our midfield since making the move to north London midway through 2021/22 campaign, she has enjoyed some memorable moments in Lilywhite, which include our historic run to the FA Cup Final in 2024 plus her 40-yard stunner against Aston Villa last term.

With chants of her name regularly sang around the stands of Brisbane Road and Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Eve spoke about the ‘massive’ impact our Lilywhite fanbase has made on her since she first wore the shirt.

“Massive is the first word that comes to my mind,” she added. “The support we get just doesn't go unnoticed, all of us are really grateful to see the fans and, obviously, to have that contact with them as well.

“I'm really, really grateful for the support that we've got. It's always a special day when we get to play at the [Tottenham Hotspur] Stadium and we get to have our fans behind us. Hopefully, we can have as many as possible fans there supporting us but, equally, fans supporting from home, different countries, they're important as well.”

With a long-term contract signed and sealed, focus quickly returns to the remainder of the campaign and, with us left to compete in the WSL and FA Cup this term, Eve is keen to keep building on the strong season to date.

“First is to finish the season on high, continuing what we've been doing and building on what we've been achieving this season,” the midfielder told us.

“I think there's still a lot of steps to take during this season and that's how I work a little bit myself as well, that I take one thing at a time and then we look at what's the future.

“I think there's been a talk about ambition and, now, we want to reach those things that we've been talking about.”

We are delighted to announce that Eveliina Summanen has signed a new, long-term contract with the Club.

The 27-year-old Finland international reached a century of appearances in Lilywhite earlier this month and is currently our all-time leading assist provider in the Women’s Super League.

Eveliina said: “I’m happy here. I’ve found my place at Spurs, and I think it was natural to keep going on that journey.

“That’s why I’m excited to stay here, to see what we can build on. Hopefully [we can] achieve big things.”

Our Head Coach Martin Ho said: “We are delighted that Eveliina has committed her future to the club. She has been a key part of our performances this season, bringing real control, intelligence and consistency to our midfield. Her technical quality in possession, ability to play forward under pressure and tactical understanding of the game give the team stability and direction, while her composure in duels and competitive mindset allow her to influence key moments both with and without the ball.

“What excites us even more is that Ev still has room to grow, and we see clear opportunities to continue developing the all-round impact she can have as she moves into the next phase of her career. Her behaviours every day, the way she trains, prepares and carries herself, and her professionalism and attitude are infectious within the environment. We are very pleased she has chosen to stay with us, and we are excited to continue supporting her progression in the years ahead.”

Having spent the early stages of her career in Finland and Sweden, the powerhouse midfielder made the switch to north London from Swedish side Kristianstads DFF in January, 2022, and quickly settled into life in England, featuring in 12 games for us in the second half of the 2021/22 campaign.

A consistent performer in midfield for us over the last four years, Eveliina had a memorable season the following year, where she registered 11 goal involvements (five goals and six assists) in 25 appearances – her best goalscoring contribution in a Spurs shirt and in her career to date.

Despite being struck with injury in November, 2023, our number 25 returned for the second half of the season and went on to play a pivotal role in our historic run to our first Women’s FA Cup Final.

The 2024/25 campaign was another productive season, featuring in 19 games in all competitions and netting two goals, one of those being a sensational 40-yard strike against Aston Villa in the Women’s League Cup, which unsurprisingly won the Supporters’ Goal of the Season award.

The Finland international made her senior national debut against China in June, 2017 and has been a key part of the squad since. She was a permanent fixture throughout her country’s successful qualification for the UEFA Women’s Euro 2022 and was in the final squad that competed in England.

With Finland qualifying once again for Euro 2025, she was named in their squad that travelled to Switzerland to compete in her second major international tournament, featuring in all three games in that competition.

Thomas Frank spoke to the media at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium after our 1-2 lose to Newcastle United in the Premier League on Tuesday evening. Here's what he had to say...

How do you feel when you hear the crowd's reaction towards you?

Thomas: "I understand the fans' frustration. We are in a position we don’t want to be in and we are working very hard day and night to change. I also think it is a situation now the club has been in, it’s fair to say, for almost two years and at the end of last season as well - clearly a pattern that we struggle to manage Europe and the Premier League. It’s something me, the team, the club, the players we need to learn to do even better physically and mentally to deal with that. Part of that of course is the 11 injuries or 10 plus a suspension plus another one today which of course doesn’t help in a situation like that. Then we face a Newcastle team which is struggling a little bit lately, look at what they put out on the pitch, compared to what they have done in the last three years. I think it’s fair to say it’s quite different to us. I think Newcastle were more on top first half. We came back in it very well. Then I think it was a little bit symbolic of our season that we had a transition going one way, then we misplaced a pass and defended badly for the 2-1 goal."

Will you still be in charge for the game against Arsenal?

Thomas: "Yeah, I’m convinced I will be. I understand the question and I understand it’s easy to point on me, but I also think it’s never only the head coach or the ownership or the directors or the players or the staff. It’s everyone. If you do something right, you build something that can last. Of course, we are not in a top position now. Everyone knows - directors, ownership, myself - what position we are in, what we need to improve and what we need to do better. That is what we are working very hard on."

They can hear the boos as well...

Thomas: "I guess so, yeah."

Eddie Howe's just been here, he knows what it's like to have gone down with Bournemouth and you talked about how the injuries can play a massive role - how much do the hierarchy understand?

Thomas: "Of course they understand that. I think everyone can see that you can just put the 11 players that are out in a line-up and then you can compare the two teams and then you guys can judge which player is out. So, of course that affects things, but it's my job to do everything we can to find solutions with the players available."

He also said about needing players in these difficult times who give you everything - do you feel your players are giving you everything?

Thomas: "Yeah, if you see them out there, I think they're running very, very hard. It's tough for them. It is tough. Football and life is tough at times, it's just the way it is and when you have things going against you, you need to show resilience, you need to show your true colour. We are definitely tested to show that."

Do you have an update on the injury to Wilson Odobert?

Thomas: "No, not yet. I hope it's nothing too serious, but I don't know what it can be. I hope it's not a serious injury to a 20-year-old young player."

It feels like it's a theme that clubs come here on a poor run, low in confidence, and then turn it around here. Why do you think that is?

Thomas: "I think maybe there's a theme. I think we've lost definitely too many games at home. There's no doubt about that. This is a Newcastle team, a very experienced Newcastle team. They've been in various situations. They also know how to get out of situations like this, or whatever the situation they were in. Again, I think they were more on top in the first half. After, we're coming back, equalising, 1-1. At that stage it's an open game and that's where we need to understand, yes, we need to do everything we can to win, but we can't concede a goal like we conceded a goal."

How disappointed are you with the attacking play and the lack of patterns of play?

Thomas: "I think the injuries need to be massively taken into consideration. I haven’t really said it too much, but everyone can see the impact of things."

What was the reasoning behind Palhinha not starting?

Thomas: "I think you take decisions sometimes. but he did very well when he came on."

How convinced are you that you are the right man for this job? Do you still have that belief?

Thomas: "1,000 per cent sure. I am also 1,000 per cent sure that I never expected us to be in a situation like this with 11 or 12 injuries on the back end of this and what we’ve been facing, but I know when you need to build something and need to get through things, you need to show unbelievable strong resilience. I think it is fair to say there are a few before me up here not only for Tottenham but in many other clubs that have lost their head many times and I think you need to have a calm head, carry on, keep fighting and keep doing the right thing, make sure we stick together because we can only do this if we stick together. That is the board, that is the leaders, that is the players, that is the staff, that is me and that is the fans. We only get through this together."

Do you accept that if the club continue to get closer to the relegation zone, the manager is the only thing that can change at this stage...

Thomas: "I understand the mechanism in football, no doubt about that but there are a lot of studies that it is not the right thing to do. I know it's the only movement they have, but there's also plenty of situations where it's not the right thing to do. The only thing I'll focus on is fighting, doing the right thing together with everyone else."

Is there panic around the club and the team around relegation?

Thomas: "Of course we understand we're not in a good situation, but with everything in life you need to stay calm, keep doing it and keep going."

Thomas Frank felt the nature of Newcastle’s winner just four minutes after we’d made it 1-1 in the second half was ‘symbolic of our season’.

Leading 1-0 through Malick Thiaw’s goal at the end of the first half, we were starting to gain momentum in the second half when Archie Gray pounced from close range to steer home Pape Matar Sarr’s header from Xavi Simons’ corner on 64 minutes.

Speaking to us afterwards, Thomas said: “The players gave everything out there tonight. Again, difficult circumstances. First half, Newcastle were more on top, then we came great back into it in the second half and equalised.

“After that, I think it's a bit symbolic for our season that we have a counter-attack situation and then we missed the half-opportunity there, it goes the other way, we defend badly and concede for 2-1. You can't concede that goal in that situation. The way we conceded that goal… of course, it is frustrating.

“You can see the team we missed tonight with, I think, 10 injuries and suspension to Romero - it's a pretty strong team if you put that up, but injuries happen, no matter if we have more out than we want, it's my job to find solutions. Myself and the coaching staff are working very hard on that.”

We can now confirm the starting XI and substitutes for our Premier League encounter with Newcastle United on Tuesday night.

Thomas Frank has made three changes to the side which started our 2-0 defeat at Manchester United on Saturday.

Djed Spence returns from a minor calf injury that ruled him out for the previous two league games with the defender a straight swap for the injured Destiny Udogie. Radu Dragusin also comes in at centre-back in place of the suspended Cristian Romero, with Micky van de Ven taking the armband in Cuti's absence.

The final change sees Yves Bissouma replace Joao Palhinha in midfield who is amongst our substitutes.

Starting XI: Vicario, Dragusin, Xavi, Bissouma, Gray, Solanke, Gallagher, Spence, Odobert, Sarr, van de Ven (c).

Substitutes: Kinsky, Palhinha, Tel, Souza, Kolo Muani, Olusesi, Byfield, Williams-Barnett, Rowswell.