The preseason buzz largely revolved around Manchester City’s attempt to defend their WSL crown and the prospects of a revamped London City squad. Meanwhile, Tottenham quietly continued their own project, building on the platform Martin Ho established last term. A key figure in that progression has been Olivia Holdt. The Danish forward arrived at the club in January 2025 under the guidance of former manager Robert Vilahamn, who praised her as an "X‑factor" with the potential to become one of the league’s elite players.
Those lofty compliments brought heightened expectations, and Holdt has already begun to justify the hype, even if she does not dominate the headlines. She opened the current campaign with a spectacular hat‑trick in a 7‑0 demolition of Crystal Palace – a performance she described as "special" – and Tottenham have yet to taste defeat in the WSL. The team currently sit in second place, three points shy of Manchester City and a point ahead of this weekend’s opponents, the high‑profile London City. "It’s still early, there are plenty of matches left and it will be a long season, but so far things are looking very promising," Holdt told Sky Sports ahead of the Sunday fixture.
"No one seems annoyed that we’re second right now – we’re delighted with our position and it feels earned because our displays have been strong in the opening games." She added, "I’m looking forward to Sunday. It’ll be interesting to face London City. They’ve invested heavily this season and brought in a number of quality players. It should be a good contest, and we hope to keep our momentum and secure three points." The outcome of that clash could shape Tottenham’s final standing in May, and the stakes will only rise after the international break when Spurs face Chelsea and Arsenal in consecutive league fixtures.
Those matches will provide a clearer picture of where the side stands among the league’s heavyweights. Tottenham have already demonstrated an impressive attacking pedigree, netting the most goals in the competition (15) while conceding only two.
Their style combines dominant possession with rapid, forward‑driving play. If they can maintain these metrics and remain within the top three after the upcoming games, they will have a legitimate claim to be counted among the title contenders. "Scoring 15 goals in four matches is remarkable, but it also shows how well we’ve gelled as a unit," Holdt explained.
"We don’t worry about who gets the credit for each goal – whether it’s a 7‑0 win or a 4‑0 victory, everyone contributes. If we keep this up, many of us will add a goal or two to our tally. The primary goal is three points; the individual scorers are secondary." She continued, "These upcoming fixtures will be a real test.
No disrespect to the teams we’ve beaten so far – they were games we expected to win. Facing Chelsea and Arsenal will be a step up and will reveal how we stack up against the established powerhouses. Those clubs have dominated for years, but I believe we can hold our own and give them a strong performance." Holdt has been one of the most consistent performers under Ho’s regime and finished last season as Spurs’ top scorer, with ten goals in all competitions, eight of them coming in the league.
Their partnership appears mutually beneficial and has been a cornerstone of Tottenham’s early success. "Martin is an excellent coach who has helped me raise my level in the league," the Denmark international said.
"He instils confidence and energy, and we share a good rapport off the pitch as well. There’s mutual respect – we can disagree, but we’re honest with each other. He tells me the hard truth, and I don’t mince words either. Sometimes it gets heated, but we both want the best for the team, and that respect makes it work." While Holdt has primarily operated on the right wing, she has drifted more centrally this season compared with last year, and she emphasizes her willingness to occupy any role Ho deems appropriate.
"Since joining Spurs, I’ve been used in a few different positions," she noted. "We’re still figuring out where I can contribute most and where I can get the best out of myself. Ultimately, Martin decides – if he wants me on the right, I’ll do that; if he prefers me as a number 10, I’m happy there; even on the left, I’ll give it my all." "I see myself as a versatile attacking player, so my exact position isn’t as important as the overall game plan and the quality of teammates around me. It’s useful to be unpredictable; opponents never know where I’ll appear." Holdt and the Spurs squad hope that this flexibility and adaptability will continue to unsettle the established WSL hierarchy in the weeks ahead.
Their next encounter with London City Lionesses is set for 1:30 pm on Sunday, with kick‑off at 2 pm, broadcast live on Sky Sports Football. Highlights and in‑game clips will be available shortly after full‑time on Sky Sports’ digital platforms.
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