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Fans predicting the outcome of Saturday's Premier League clash against West Ham at the London Stadium may be advised to steer clear of one scoreline - 0-0!

After meetings in the Southern League going back to 1899, we finally met the Hammers in league action in the old Second Division back on 13 March, 1920.

Since then, we've met on 144 occasions in the Football League and Premier League - and there have been five goalless draws! That works out at 3.47%! In the Premier League, three goalless draws in 58 equates to 5.17%!

There has been one goalless draw in our last 42 meetings in the Premier League, played out at White Hart Lane on 19 March, 2011. Before that, you have to go back to 31 January, 2001 and 6 December, 1999 - the 1999 stalemate breaking a run of 75 matches between goalless draws - the previous one to that in a Second Division clash on 17 May, 1947!

Forget that - let's have some goals!

Pedro's 86 0-0s and counting...

Having highlighted the lack of goalless draws against West Ham, it's worth mentioning that full-back Pedro Porro has yet to be involved in a goalless draw in 86 Premier League games for us! It’s the second-longest start to a Premier League career without a 0-0, with only Mikaël Silvestre going more games from his debut without a goalless one (134 matches before featuring in Manchester United 0-0 Arsenal in September 2003).

Frank's treble treble - 100 years ago

It's approaching 100 years since a famous treble, treble - as striker Frank Osborne completed a hat-trick of hat-tricks against West Ham.

The England international bagged all three in a 3-1 win against Liverpool and as we went down 5-3 at Leicester City. He followed up with a third hat-trick in successive matches as we beat the Hammers 4-2 at the Lane on 7 November, 1925, Jack Elkes also on target.

Everton vs Spurs (WSL) | Our away record on Merseyside

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Thu 11 September 2025, 16:30| Tottenham Hotspur

Following a home win on the opening day of the Barclays Women’s Super League campaign, we now travel to Everton for our first away trip on Sunday afternoon (2.30pm UK).

After being named their permanent home from 2025/26 and beyond, we will face the Toffees at Goodison Park for the first time in the WSL but will need to overcome an unwanted record on Merseyside.

The Toffees are unbeaten in each of their six previous WSL home games against us, although we have managed to draw three of the last four encounters, including last season’s 1-1 draw at Walton Hall Park on the final day of the season.

Despite our away record on Merseyside, we remain unbeaten in our last four WSL meetings with Everton (winning once and drawing three times) with both sides scoring in each contest in the last five league meetings.

Meanwhile, we do boast an excellent record in our first away game of a campaign, having only lost just once in our last four seasons (W2, D1).

Match stats

This will be Everton’s sixth WSL game played at Goodison Park but first as their new permanent home. The Toffees have won just one of their previous five matches at the venue (D2 L2), but it was their most recent in November last season in the Merseyside derby (1-0).

Everton’s 4-1 win over Liverpool on MD1 was only their third win on the opening weekend across their 13 WSL seasons (D2 L8), with the Toffees only previously winning each of their first two matches in the 2019-20 and 2020-21 campaigns.

We beat West Ham 1-0 thanks to a late penalty on MD1, only previously winning our opening two matches in a Women’s Super League campaign in 2021-22. Meanwhile, we have only lost our first away game in one of the last four WSL seasons (W2 D1), drawing 2-2 with Aston Villa last term.

Everton are unbeaten in each of their last three WSL games (W2 D1), last going four without loss between April and May 2024 (W2 D2) – the Toffees have also scored in each of their last five league games, last putting together a longer run in the Women’s Super League between February and October 2020 (seven in a row).

Martin Ho will be aiming to become the fifth English manager to win both of their first two games in the Women’s Super League and the third to do so without conceding after David Parker and Laura Harvey back in 2011. Ho has seen his side’s keep 12 clean sheets across their last 15 league games.

On MD1, Everton’s Ornella Vignola became only the second player in Women’s Super League history to score a hat-trick on their debut (also Kiko Seike last season), scoring with each of her three shots. The Spaniard could now become only the second player to net in each of her first two outings for Everton in the competition after Natasha Dowie in 2011.

Last weekend against West Ham, defender Toko Koga became the fourth player to attempt 90+ passes on their WSL debut after Abby Dahlkemper (122) and Rebecca Knaak (109) for Manchester City, and Chelsea’s Kadeisha Buchanan (95). She also became the first ever teenager to do so in any match in Women’s Super League history.

Premier League football returns on Saturday, as we make the journey to Stratford to take on West Ham United.

Around 3,000 supporters will be packing out the away end at London Stadium for the 5.30pm kick-off.

Fans are reminded of the importance of early arrival, with gates opening at 4pm.

The below guide contains all the key details to be aware of ahead of matchday...

Getting to London Stadium

Located in Stratford, West Ham is accessible via several public transport services. Driving is not advised, due to a high number of road closures and limited parking options.

Those who do opt to drive should note that roads in the immediate vicinity of the stadium will begin to close from three hours ahead of kick-off. Limited parking is available at Westfield Stratford and Stratford International Station, but spaces fill quickly and post-match exit times are often significantly delayed.

Fans requiring accessible parking for this fixture should contact accessibility@westhamunited.co.uk for assistance.

London Stadium is well connected to rail services with Stratford Station, located within a 15-minute walk from the turnstiles, served by the Central and Jubilee lines, Docklands Light Railway (DLR), National Rail services, the London Overground and the Elizabeth line.

Stratford International Station, which is also a short walk from the stadium, offers access to the DLR and Southeastern High Speed 1 services, with Hackney Wick also nearby.

Supporters can also use Pudding Mill Lane Station which is served by the DLR.

Please note that several services, including National Rail options, are due to be disrupted on Saturday, and it is therefore advisable to check your journey before setting off by visiting www.tfl.gov.uk or www.nationalrail.co.uk.

Plenty of options are available for those travelling by bus, with both Stratford Bus Station and Stratford City Bus Station located close to the stadium.

These stations are served by the following routes:

Stratford Bus Station: 104, 158, 238, 257, 262, 473, 678, D8, N86

Stratford City Bus Station: 97, 108, 241, 308, 339, 388, N205

Fans opting to use this method can check their route using TFL’s online journey planner here...

Fans choosing to cycle can take advantage of the London Cycle Superhighway, with Cycleway 2 running from Aldgate in central London to Stratford. Multiple docking stations are located near the stadium, including at Stratford Station, Lee Valley VeloPark, the Copper Box Arena and the London Aquatics Centre - all of which are a short walk from the ground.

Entering the stadium

Entry for away fans will be via Turnstile D, with supporters advised to access the stadium via Bridge 4 (please refer to the map below).

Security and bag checks will take place on all bridges leading to the stadium. Fans are asked to arrive at least one hour ahead of kick-off to allow sufficient time for these procedures.

You can also view this map here...

Bag policy

In line with London Stadium’s bag policy, any bags larger than A4 in size will not be permitted into the ground.

Supporters are advised against bringing bags to the ground. All bags will subject to search by stewards and stadium staff.

If travelling with medical or other essential items, please arrive early to allow extra time for the security process. For any enquiries regarding medication please email accessibility@westhamunited.co.uk.

Accessibility

All accessible toilets are gender neutral and fitted with RADAR locks located on all levels close to accessible viewing areas.

Supporters requiring assistance with accessing these facilities should speak to the nearest steward, West Ham United Disabled Supporter Assistant or Tottenham Hotspur Access Steward, who will be able to assist.

Visiting supporter pub

There are no specific pubs designated for away supporters. Most venues in the vicinity of the stadium allow only home supporters and it is therefore advised to travel elsewhere if you wish to visit a pub before the match.

Refreshments

Concourse catering facilities are available within the stadium. All products will be advertised on the screens within the area. Fans should note that all bottled drinks must be poured into cups and kiosks will close 10 minutes into the second half.

Alcohol will be sold within the stadium, however, this is on a dynamic basis and can cease at any point.

Supporters with specific dietary requirements or who require allergen information should speak to the catering staff who will be able to advise.

Cashless payments

London Stadium is a cashless venue. All major debit and credit cards, Apple Pay and Google Pay are accepted.

Flags and banners

Flags and banners must be no larger than 2m x 1m and must not obstruct the views of others, cover advertising signs or cause a safety hazard, nor may they display abusive or threatening words, images, political statements or be deemed unacceptable.

Flag poles are not permitted. All flags and banners must carry a valid Fire Safety Certificate.

Flags and banners must be approved in advance by emailing supporterservices@westhamunited.co.uk.

Supporters are also reminded of the Club’s own Flags and Banners Policy which is in effect at away matches.

Post match

The area outside Turnstile D (designated for visiting supporters) will be accessible only to away supporters after the game. This area is in place to help all fans exit the stadium via routes to the train stations.

Please note that it typically takes around 30-40 minutes to reach nearby stations due to the egress measures in place. Additionally, many trains in the two hours after full-time are likely to be crowded.

Reporting anti-social behaviour

West Ham United Football Club has a zero-tolerance policy towards abuse or anti-social behaviour of any kind. To report an incident or a concern on matchday please notify the nearest steward or text SUPPORT plus your message to 83121.

Ticket Office

Supporters collecting duplicate tickets at the stadium can do so from window 20 of the Main Ticket Office. This is closest to Bridge 5.

Duplicate tickets must be requested by emailing ticket.office@tottenhamhotspur.com and will only be provided on production of valid photo ID.

Spurs Respects

We are proud of our superb and loyal support at home and away.

We recognise that most supporters want to watch a football match and not listen to abusive or indecent language from the stands. Discriminatory or violent behaviour, including racist, homophobic, sexist or anti-disability shouting, chanting or actions, is unacceptable.

The Club reserves the right to indefinitely ban supporters found guilty of using discriminatory language or violent behaviour.

Unauthorised use of tickets

Supporters are reminded that the unauthorised reselling or passing on of tickets is strictly prohibited. In line with the Club's Sanctions & Banning Policy, supporters found to have purchased tickets and subsequently sold or passed them on to other supporters, or offered for sale, will be subject to sanctions.

Supporters unable to attend

Supporters unable to attend the match should contact the Ticket Office as soon as possible. The Club shall make best endeavours to reallocate tickets to other eligible supporters and issue refunds upon receipt of originally issued tickets.

It has been a meteoric rise for goalkeeper Sophie Jackson.

The young shot stopper stepped into the building at Hotspur Way as an Under-14 and, just two years later, she has enjoyed some impressive moments in Lilywhite.

She captained the Under-16s side to the Professional Game Academy Trophy in April, 2025, while also training regularly with senior goalkeepers Lize Kop and Eleanor Heeps, and her impressive displays then saw her named in our Women’s FA Cup fourth round tie at Everton amongst the substitutes.

Appearing first in our matchday programme in the West Ham United clash last weekend, we sat down with Sophie to talk about her footballing journey…

Her first experience in between the sticks…

Sophie: “My first memory with a football was me in my back garden with my dad, when I was around four years old. He would get a ball and then just kick it at me, and he’d expect me to kick it back.

“To be truthfully honest, I was actually a striker in my first couple of seasons, however, I must have disappointed in a few games as, at around Under-11s level, they put me in as a goalkeeper and I have just stuck with it…. and I have loved it ever since.

“I got scouted by Spurs and I was offered a trial. In my first trial, I thought it went so bad, I remember getting megged three times. I got in the car with my dad and he was like ‘it’s alright, we’ll try next year’ but then I got a call that I made it to the second trial, and I got in from that.”

Becoming a Lilywhite…

Sophie: “It has been different to what I have experienced at grassroots level, it’s a lot more professional and the facilities are unreal. I have really enjoyed it ever since I walked through the doors here and the coaching I have received, how much I have learnt, it has all been amazing.

“The jump from Under-16s to Under-19s is a lot different because, at Under-16s, we were playing against boys most weeks whereas the Under-19s face WSL Academy sides, so the desire is a lot higher.

“However, I think I’ve come on leaps and bounds, and I have the coaches to thank for that. They’ve put a lot of time and effort into me, so I’m grateful for that.”

Lifting silverware with the Under-16s...

Sophie: "We really deserved it after the season we had, the players and staff group worked so hard, so it was really nice to get a reward at the end.

“For a lot of us, that was our first competitive final, so we really wanted to win and we went into that game with our heads held high, no matter the result, and it was really nice to bring home some silverware.

“I feel I have really developed my leadership skills, having the opportunity to be captain on a few occasions, and I felt I development my ability to be on the ball. People think there is a lot of weight on your shoulders and there’s a lot of responsibility but that’s something I really enjoy and, I think, I can really help the girls by leading them.”

First team exposure…

Sophie: “I would have never imagined the opportunities and experience I have already received, and all those small experiences have been key in my development. It’s nice to have those early in my career so I can take everything head on in the future.

“They’re [Lize Kop & Eleanor Heeps] professional in everything they do and they’re top-level goalkeepers that are improving every day but it’s also nice to see in training that they still want to learn and develop areas of their game despite how experienced they are.

“This whole pre-season has been a really big opportunity for me. I didn’t actually quite believe I would be given an opportunity so soon, but I have taken it all in my stride and tried to learn as much as I can, especially the mannerisms off the pitch.”

Gallery | Xavi Simons first training session in the bag for Spurs  Tottenham Hotspur

It was a competitive debut to remember for Tōko Koga on Sunday afternoon.

Making her first appearance in the Barclays Women’s Super League, having joined us from Feyenoord in the summer, the 19-year-old Japan international put in an impressive performance alongside Clare Hunt to preserve a clean sheet as we ran out 1-0 winners over West Ham United.

And her excellent display was recognised by our very own Lilywhite fanbase as she was named our HSBC Player of the Match after our opening day win over our London rivals.

Beginning her career at JFA Academy Fukushima before moving abroad to join Feyenoord in 2024, where she spent two seasons in the Netherlands, she admitted it was a ‘dream’ to play in the WSL.

“I think the WSL is one of the best leagues in the world, and I wanted to compete in this league, so that’s why I wanted to come here and be part of this great club,” she told us, once again with a broad smile across her face as she answered.

“I know how popular Women’s football is in England with some fantastic attendances, so I have been looking forward to actually seeing that in person and also seeing our fans at our home ground, I have heard so many good things about them!”

This article continues in full below and has been taken from an exclusive interview with Toko in the latest edition of our Matchday Programme.

As we sat down on a summer’s day in Enfield, ready to embark on her first interview in English, she revealed a special meaning to her name ‘Tōko’ that comes from a 70-metre-tall tower called ‘Tower of Sun’ in her hometown, Osaka, an artefact that shows a core of life and celebration, and that certainly reflects the personality she has showcased so far at the Club.

The 19-year-old was an ever-present under new Head Coach Martin Ho throughout pre-season, starting and completing the full match in our friendlies against Sevilla, Arsenal and Southampton, where we went unbeaten in those three matches, winning the latter two.

Being part of the squad from the very start of pre-season followed by a training camp in southern Spain last month, has provided the opportunity for Tōko to feel at home and she was full of praise for how her new team-mates have helped her settled in.

“Everyone has been so kind since I’ve walked through the door and they have talked to me, making me feel so welcomed, and although it’s still early days at the Club, I have felt so comfortable.

“I have really enjoyed my time here so far,” she told us, reflecting on her first few weeks in north London. “We’ve had some tough training sessions throughout pre-season, preparing us for the tough season ahead.

“I feel I have been getting better and better after just a month or two here, my confidence has gone up and the team have worked really hard. The intensity has been very high, more than it was in the Netherlands.”

When asked what supporters can expect from her, she replied: “I like to buildup the play, I enjoy being on the ball and having possession, while just being aggressive and putting in strong tackles.”

And, while she has looked assertive at the back, partnering alongside Molly Bartrip and Clare Hunt in pre-season, she also has an eye for goal.

She netted three goals in the Vrouwen Eredivisie last term for Feyenoord, helping them to a fifth-place finish, before scoring the winning goal against the USWNT to help Japan claim the SheBelieves for the first time earlier this year.

When asked to reflect on her footballing journey when she was younger in Japan, it quickly became apparent how she developed her calmness in front of goal.

“I started playing football when I was six years old because my brother played, I also practiced with my father and brother every weekend, and I quickly fell in love with it,” she explained.

“When I was little, playing in a team, I actually used to play as a striker, scoring plenty of goals, then I joined JFA Academy Fukushima and I moved to a defender, and I have loved it ever since.

“When I used to play as a striker, I looked up to Lionel Messi for his skills and the goals.”

While she has needed to adjust to the new environment on the pitch and around her new team-mates, it has also been a big change off the pitch as she embarks on a new life in London.

“I'm getting used to it,” Tōko said. “I think London is a very lively city. There are a lot of tourists, but people of many different nationalities live in London, so it has a very diverse image.

“There are also many Japanese supermarkets and Japanese restaurants, so it's a very comfortable place to live.”

Having featured for Japan’s youth teams from Under-17 to Under-23 level, Tōko has cemented her spot in the senior squad since making her debut in April, 2024, against USA in the SheBelieves.

Racking up 19 caps to date, the defender has represented her nation on one of the biggest stages in international football, when she was named in Japan’s 2024 Olympic Games squad and started all four games for her nation in Paris.

“Ever since I started playing football, it has been my dream to wear the Japanese National Team jersey while also playing in the Olympics and the World Cup,” she told us.

“So, I never imagined I would achieve it so quickly, but I’m truly grateful and happy to have made that dream come true at the Paris Olympics. Having the opportunity to represent Japan is an honour that means so much to me.”

A stunning strike from Ruby Gaitely and an excellent free-kick from Grace Breen earned our Women’s Under-19s their first victory of the Professional Development League campaign with a 2-0 win at Charlton Athletic.

We were straight out of the block against the Addicks and had the lead within three minutes thanks to Gaitley - the midfielder sending a pinpoint effort from the edge of the area into the top right hand-corner of the net, a strike sure to be a 'Goal of the Month award' contender

We should have extended our advantage in the first period with both Poppy Neill and Breen finding the woodwork before, in the second half, Rania Oukriss’ shot from distance also crashed against the crossbar as we failed to capitalise on a number of opportunities.

At the other end, our defence remained resilient to preserve our clean sheet in stormy conditions in south London before, with virtually the last kick of the game, Breen curled a free-kick from the edge of the box into the top corner to secure our first three points of the season.

More details to follow...

The Barclays Women’s Super League broadcast selection process for matchdays five and six has now been completed, with two of our matches selected for television coverage.

Our home clash with Brighton & Hove Albion remains on Sunday 5 October, but will now kick-off slightly earlier at 11.55am (UK) at Brisbane Road, live on Sky Sports.

Meanwhile, our London derby against Chelsea at Kingsmeadow will move from Saturday 11 October to Sunday 12 October and will now kick-off at 12noon (UK), live on Sky Sports.

Mehak Khanna has been called-up by Scotland Under-17s for their double-header against Finland.

Michael Tuohy’s squad will play the two fixtures at Jari Litmanen Areena in Eerikkila, Finland, on Friday 12 September (12pm UK) and Monday 15 September (9.30am UK) as part of preparation for their upcoming European Championship qualifiers next month.

This will be the young forward’s first call-up to Under-17 level for her nation, having featured throughout the younger age groups for Scotland.

Mehak featured for the Under-19s last month for their opening game of the Professional Game Academy (PGA) League campaign, while she was part of the squad that won the PGA Trophy in April, 2025, with the Under-16s.

The 20-player squad will travel to Helsinki for both matches before heading to Poland in October for their round one European Qualifiers against England, Montenegro and hosts, Poland.

Gallery | Building towards Everton  Tottenham Hotspur