The pre‑season narrative has largely revolved around Manchester City’s bid to defend their WSL crown and the prospects of the newly assembled London City squad. Meanwhile, Tottenham quietly continued their work, reinforcing the platform that Martin Ho established last term.
A key figure in that ongoing development is Danish forward Olivia Holdt. She arrived at the club in January 2025 under the guidance of then‑manager Robert Vilhammar, who immediately hailed her as possessing an "X‑factor" and the potential to become one of the league’s elite talents. Such lofty praise naturally created high expectations, and Holdt has already begun to justify the hype, even if she does not dominate headlines on a daily basis. 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 remain unbeaten in the WSL.
The team currently sit in second place, three points adrift of Manchester City and a single point ahead of the weekend’s opponents, the much‑talked‑about London City. "It’s still early in the season, there are plenty of matches left and it will be a long campaign, but so far things are looking very positive," Holdt told Sky Sports ahead of the Sunday fixture.
"No one seems annoyed that we’re second at the moment – we’re delighted with our position and we feel it’s earned because our displays have been strong in the opening games. "I’m looking forward to Sunday’s clash. It’ll be interesting to face London City, a side that has invested heavily this season and brought in a number of high‑quality players. It should be a good game, and we hope to keep our momentum going and secure three points." That upcoming encounter could prove pivotal in shaping Tottenham’s final standing in May, as could the two matches that follow after the international break when they host Chelsea and then travel to Arsenal.
Those fixtures will provide a clear barometer of where the Spurs side stands among the league’s traditional powerhouses. Tottenham have already demonstrated an attacking potency that is unrivaled at this stage, netting 15 league goals while conceding only two. Their style combines dominant possession with rapid, forward‑driven play.
If they can maintain these statistics and remain within the top three after the next three games, they will be impossible to ignore as genuine title contenders. "Scoring 15 goals in just four games shows how well we’ve gelled.
It’s not about who gets the credit for each goal – whether it’s a 7‑0 win or a 4‑0 victory, everyone is contributing. If we keep this up, many players will add a goal or two to their tally. The primary aim is three points; the individual scorers are secondary, though still appreciated." Holdt sees the upcoming tests against Chelsea and Arsenal as valuable opportunities to gauge the squad’s progress. "It’ll be a good test for us," she said.
"No disrespect to the teams we’ve already faced – we expect three points from those games. Facing clubs like Chelsea and Arsenal will show us where we truly stand and how we match up against the very best. It’s a step up in intensity.
"Those clubs have been at the summit for years, but I believe we can hold our own this season and give them a strong contest." Throughout Ho’s tenure, Holdt has been one of the most reliable performers, finishing as Spurs’ top scorer last season with ten goals in all competitions, eight of which came in the league. Their partnership appears mutually beneficial and central to the team’s recent success. "Martin is an excellent coach who has helped me raise my game in the league," the Denmark international explained.
"He instills confidence and energy, and we also share a solid rapport off the pitch. "We respect each other.
I can disagree with him and he can disagree with me, which is why our relationship works – we’re honest. Martin tells me the hard truth, and I’m not afraid to give him blunt feedback.
Sometimes it gets heated, but we both want the best for each other, and that mutual respect is vital." While Holdt has primarily operated on the right wing, she has drifted more centrally this season compared with the previous year, and she embraces any role Ho assigns. "Since joining Spurs, I’ve played in several positions," she noted.
"We’re trying to discover where I can best serve the team and where I can get the most out of myself. Ultimately, Martin makes the decisions. If he wants me on the right, I’ll do that.
If he prefers me as a number ten, I’m happy to play there. Even on the left, I’ll give it my all." "I view myself as a versatile attacker, so my exact spot on the pitch isn’t a major concern as long as the game plan is clear and I have quality teammates around me to help me find my role. Being able to operate in different areas can also confuse opponents – they never know where I’ll appear." Holdt and the Spurs squad hope that this flexibility and resilience will continue to disrupt the established WSL hierarchy over the coming weeks.
Fans can catch Tottenham’s clash with London City Lionesses live on Sky Sports Football at 1.30 pm on Sunday, with kickoff scheduled for 2 pm. Highlights and in‑game clips will be available shortly after full‑time on Sky Sports’ digital platforms.
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