Tottenham's Ho Signs New Long-Term Contract: 'Spurs Are a Dormant Force in Women's Football'

A significant boost has been given to Tottenham ahead of their crucial match against local rivals Arsenal in the Women's Super League, as manager Martin Ho has signed a new long-term contract. This development comes just nine months after Ho's arrival at the club, during which time he has overseen a notable turnaround, with Spurs currently sitting in fifth place. In an exclusive interview with Sky Sports, Ho expressed his surprise and delight at being offered the contract extension, stating that the club's leadership team and board are pleased with the direction the team is heading. Ho believes that with more time and trust, Tottenham can become a part of the elite group in the WSL, and he is eager to repay the faith shown in him by delivering silverware. The team's current position, six points behind Arsenal and nine points ahead of the rest, demonstrates the improvement and ambition under Ho's leadership. However, Ho emphasizes the need for consistency, citing it as the key factor in closing the gap with the top teams. He also acknowledges that the team's inconsistency in performance has been a challenge, but he is confident that with the right approach, they can push the bar and compete with the best teams. The recent match against Manchester City, where Spurs showed a significant improvement in the second half, serves as an example of the team's potential. Ho is now focused on ensuring that the team performs consistently at a high level, starting with the upcoming match against Arsenal, where they will aim to capitalize on their previous goalless draw and hand Renee Slegers only her second loss in 21 games at the Emirates Stadium. With the right mindset and performance, Ho believes that Spurs can be a match for anyone, and he is looking forward to building on the foundation they have established this season.