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Tottenham's WSL turnaround: Ho's plan to climb beyond fifth

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After a disastrous 2023‑24 season that saw Tottenham finish second‑bottom, the club turned to Norwegian coach Morten Ho from SK Brann. His debut saw Spurs win four of their first five WSL matches, only losing to champions Manchester City. The early surge lifted them into a three‑way tie for third place with Arsenal and Manchester United.

Ho's tactical shift—intense pressing, creative possession, and a tighter back‑line—earned Spurs notable draws against Arsenal and Manchester United. Despite a dip from the top four, a March contract extension secured his future. The team finished fifth, a position that offers no silverware but signals a solid foundation for next season in the competitive WSL landscape.

Ho reflected that the season built 'strong foundations' but acknowledged that fifth place offers no trophies. He highlighted the club’s infrastructure and recruitment, noting a summer transfer window full of signings aimed at depth and a lower average age. The focus now shifts to improving squad depth, defensive solidity and goal‑scoring spread across the team.

With a four‑point gap to Manchester United hinging on a win over Brighton, Tottenham’s summer must resolve the March slump and FA Cup exit. Ho insists the club must move beyond ‘progress’ and aim for a seven‑level leap. The summer’s signings and structural changes will determine whether Spurs can sustain their rise in the WSL.