N17 Women

Spurs Women came so close to a glorious comeback but ended up losing 3-2 to Aston Villa.We chat:Defensive confusionElla excitementDid Eveliina mean it?Supporter moodContract renewalsPlus, we predict how many points Spurs are likely to pick up over the rest of the season (we were not optimistic).You can find the N17 Women team on Twitter & Bluesky and writing or talking about Spurs in other places:Abbie posts @abbierosemeow.bsky.social and writes about Spurs Women at Cartilage Free CaptainCaroline posts @cgstefko.bsky.social and writes about both Spurs teams at Spurs Across the Pond Rachel tweets @spurswomenblog & @spurswomenblog.bsky.social and writes about Spurs Women at Spurs Women Blog & The CutbackSian tweets @sian_wallis & @sian-wallis.bsky.social and talks about all things Spurs at Proud Lilywhites Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Spurs Women finally scored a goal from open play but could only manage a draw against Leicester City. The table standings haven't changed, but has our outlook on the rest of the season improved?We chat:Matchday squad absencesAnother Josefine own goalCenterback conundrumFan pressure on RobertJess & Drew back in formPuzzling substitutionsStriker situationPlus, we touch on some interesting results from across the WSL and preview the next game, hosting Aston Villa after the three-week break.You can find the N17 Women team on Twitter & Bluesky and writing or talking about Spurs in other places:Abbie posts @abbierosemeow.bsky.social and writes about Spurs Women at Cartilage Free CaptainCaroline posts @cgstefko.bsky.social and writes about both Spurs teams at Spurs Across the Pond Rachel tweets @spurswomenblog & @spurswomenblog.bsky.social and writes about Spurs Women at Spurs Women Blog & The CutbackSian tweets @sian_wallis & @sian-wallis.bsky.social and talks about all things Spurs at Proud Lilywhites Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Another game, another loss—and still no goals. The N17 Women squad got together to discuss Spurs Women's latest WSL defeat to West Ham and ask some hard questions about the manager.We chat:Surprise benchingsThe wrong kind of own goalFree kick sliding doorsLackluster substitutionsTo sack or not to sack?We also take a look around the league, including more controversial WPLL news. Sian gives an update on the latest Fan Advisory Board meeting. Then finally, we preview the next match away at Leicester City.You can find the N17 Women team on Twitter & Bluesky and writing or talking about Spurs in other places:Abbie posts @abbierosemeow.bsky.social and writes about Spurs Women at Cartilage Free CaptainCaroline posts @cgstefko.bsky.social and writes about both Spurs teams at Spurs Across the Pond Rachel tweets @spurswomenblog & @spurswomenblog.bsky.social and writes about Spurs Women at Spurs Women Blog & The CutbackSian tweets @sian_wallis & @sian-wallis.bsky.social and talks about all things Spurs at Proud Lilywhites Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Spurs Women struggled without their captain and top goal-scorer, Beth England, losing to Brighton in a WSL midtable clash. In addition to discussing the match, we also round up the latest Spurs Women news.We chat:Olga's near-transferSiri Worm's retirementMolly's 100th Spurs appearanceA surplus of fullbacksBrighton's controversial goalLineup fluctuationWe also predict the usual amount of chaos for the upcoming WSL game against West Ham and revisit our question from the last episode about who will be the next non-Beth player to score. You can find the N17 Women team on Twitter & Bluesky and writing or talking about Spurs in other places:Abbie posts @abbierosemeow.bsky.social and writes about Spurs Women at Cartilage Free CaptainCaroline posts @cgstefko.bsky.social and writes about both Spurs teams at Spurs Across the Pond Rachel tweets @spurswomenblog & @spurswomenblog.bsky.social and writes about Spurs Women at Spurs Women Blog & The CutbackSian tweets @sian_wallis & @sian-wallis.bsky.social and talks about all things Spurs at Proud Lilywhites Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Spurs lost this one but the vibes were a whole lot better. We try and identify what was different and talk about: The return of Eveliina and DrewOlivia's skillsCharli on the wingAsh's acrobatic 'clearance'And we ask: will anyone other than Beth ever score again? We also look ahead to Brighton, get into the WPLL's rumoured plan to scrap relegation (bad), Becky Spencer's loan to Chelsea (confusing) and Kit Graham's return to training (good). * Note: This episode was recorded before we saw the transfer rumours about Olga Ahtinen's return to Sweden. Mentioned in the episode: Sign the petition against a closed league here. Find the THWFCSC on X and on bluesky. You can find the N17 Women team on Twitter & Bluesky and writing or talking about Spurs in other places:Abbie posts @abbierosemeow.bsky.social and writes about Spurs Women at Cartilage Free CaptainCaroline posts @cgstefko.bsky.social and writes about both Spurs teams at Spurs Across the Pond Rachel tweets @spurswomenblog & @spurswomenblog.bsky.social and writes about Spurs Women at Spurs Women Blog & The CutbackSian tweets @sian_wallis & @sian-wallis.bsky.social and talks about all things Spurs at Proud Lilywhites Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It was another NLD to forget, with Spurs Women conceding five unanswered goals to Arsenal.We discuss:Injury returns (but not starts)Lize's many savesState of the seasonClosed leaguesRobert's job securityAsh's milestone & contract statusand more. Plus, a look ahead at the next game after the international break (home to Manchester City) and the run-in to the end of the season.You can find the N17 Women team on Twitter & Bluesky and writing or talking about Spurs in other places:Abbie posts @abbierosemeow.bsky.social and writes about Spurs Women at Cartilage Free CaptainCaroline posts @cgstefko.bsky.social and writes about both Spurs teams at Spurs Across the Pond Rachel tweets @spurswomenblog & @spurswomenblog.bsky.social and writes about Spurs Women at Spurs Women BlogSian tweets @sian_wallis & @sian-wallis.bsky.social and talks about all things Spurs at Proud Lilywhites Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Spurs Women are officially out of cup contention for the season and had a lackluster return to WSL action at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. We came together to chat about the FA Cup loss at Everton:Heavy rotation to the lineupFlawed fullback performancesRosella's season debutRobert de-prioritizing the cupsand the narrow loss to Manchester United:Josefine's low-key debutTroublesome TerlandMisfiring wingersPlus: we preview the upcoming away NLD and recap the January transfer window.You can find the N17 Women team on Twitter & Bluesky and writing or talking about Spurs in other places:Abbie posts @abbierosemeow.bsky.social and writes about Spurs Women at Cartilage Free CaptainCaroline posts @cgstefko.bsky.social and writes about both Spurs teams at Spurs Across the Pond Rachel tweets @spurswomenblog & @spurswomenblog.bsky.social and writes about Spurs Women at Spurs Women BlogSian tweets @sian_wallis & @sian-wallis.bsky.social and talks about all things Spurs at Proud Lilywhites Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Spurs Women were knocked out of the Subway League Cup but have gained ground in the WSL.We came together to chat about the cup loss to West Ham:Martha breaking her goal droughtConceding two goals before HTSurprise quadruple substitutionand the last-minute WSL win over Crystal Palace:Anna's first league startAnother brace for BethOlivia's debut & free kick game-winnerPlus: we talk transfers and preview the next two matches, a rescheduled FA Cup knockout match at Everton and a WSL game against Manchester United at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.You can find the N17 Women team on Twitter & Bluesky and writing or talking about Spurs in other places:Abbie posts @abbierosemeow.bsky.social and writes about Spurs Women at Cartilage Free CaptainCaroline posts @cgstefko.bsky.social and writes about both Spurs teams at Spurs Across the Pond Rachel tweets @spurswomenblog & @spurswomenblog.bsky.social and writes about Spurs Women at Spurs Women BlogSian tweets @sian_wallis & @sian-wallis.bsky.social and talks about all things Spurs at Proud Lilywhites Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's 2025: Spurs Women are back in action and the OG Spurs women podcast, N17 Women, returns!We came together to talk about:An uninspiring win against LeicesterFirst sights of our new goalkeeperEveliina's injuryA lack of shotsTransfers and transfer hopes.Plus: as we hit the halfway point in the season we reflect on the season so far and preview our midweek cup game against West Ham.You can find the N17 Women team on Twitter & Bluesky and writing or talking about Spurs in other places:Abbie tweets @abbierosemeow & @abbierosemeow.bsky.social and writes about Spurs Women at Cartilage Free CaptainCaroline tweets @cgstefko & @cgstefko.bsky.social and writes about both Spurs teams at Spurs Across the Pond Rachel tweets @spurswomenblog & @spurswomenblog.bsky.social and writes about Spurs Women at Spurs Women BlogSian tweets @sian_wallis & talks about all things Spurs at Proud Lilywhites Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Spurs Women went unbeaten in the final two games of the three-match week, heading into the winter break on an optimistic note.First, we chat about the final League Cup group stage game, a 0-2 away win at Crystal Palace:a balance of rotation and experienceLenna's impactful performanceselfless Martha's assist for TillyAraya's first Spurs goala senior debut for Zara Bailey(Note: We mention the upcoming cup match at Everton—it's actually in the FA Cup, not the League Cup!)Then we recap the 1-1 draw at Brighton in WSL play:praise for Molly's consistencytakeaways from Eleanor's run of matchesthe Beth + Martha debate intensifiesassessing the resultPlus, we discuss the new naming sponsor for the League Cup, our quarterfinal match against West Ham with a potential semifinal matchup at the winner of Chelsea vs Durham, and the announcement of the new Europa Cup format.Happy holidays! You can find the N17 Women team on Twitter & Bluesky and writing or talking about Spurs in other places:Abbie tweets @abbierosemeow & @abbierosemeow.bsky.social and writes about Spurs Women at Cartilage Free CaptainCaroline tweets @cgstefko & @cgstefko.bsky.social and writes about both Spurs teams at Spurs Across the Pond Rachel tweets @spurswomenblog & @spurswomenblog.bsky.social and writes about Spurs Women at Spurs Women BlogSian tweets @sian_wallis & talks about all things Spurs at Proud Lilywhites Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Spurs Women fans can breathe a sigh of relief because we finally beat Everton! It took a surprising penalty call to get Spurs over the line, but the overall performance was a lot better than most of the team's recent efforts.First, we discuss a few non-match topics:FA Cup draw instant reactionElla Morris' MCL injuryInternational break roundupThen we recap the 2-1 win against Everton:Eleanor's WSL debutLack of CB subsBeth's braceClassic Courtney BrosnanMaite's returnPlus, a look around the league and previews for Spurs Women's last two matches before the winter break, Crystal Palace in the League Cup and Brighton in the WSL.You can find the N17 Women team on Twitter & Bluesky and writing or talking about Spurs in other places:Abbie tweets @abbierosemeow & @abbierosemeow.bsky.social and writes about Spurs Women at Cartilage Free CaptainCaroline tweets @cgstefko & @cgstefko.bsky.social and writes about both Spurs teams at Spurs Across the Pond Rachel tweets @spurswomenblog & @spurswomenblog.bsky.social and writes about Spurs Women at Spurs Women BlogSian tweets @sian_wallis & talks about all things Spurs at Proud Lilywhites Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As the hoardings proclaimed, this week we were 'Here for the 40 Yard Screamers'.In a less than scintillating performance Tottenham beat Aston Villa 1-0 in the League (formerly Conti) Cup and we found lots to talk about, including:A long-awaited Eleanor Heeps debut in goalEveliina Summanen's swear-worthy strikeAnna Csiki in central midfieldStrikers not scoringSongs sungFloofy and less floufy ponytailsAnd more.We also look ahead to Spurs' first game back after the International Break, at home against Everton.You can find the N17 Women team on Twitter & Bluesky and writing or talking about Spurs in other places:Abbie tweets @abbierosemeow & @abbierosemeow.bsky.social and writes about Spurs Women at Cartilage Free CaptainCaroline tweets @cgstefko & @cgstefko.bsky.social and writes about both Spurs teams at Spurs Across the Pond Rachel tweets @spurswomenblog & @spurswomenblog.bsky.social and writes about Spurs Women at Spurs Women BlogSian tweets @sian_wallis & talks about all things Spurs at Proud Lilywhites Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A formation change was not enough to bolster the defense, and Spurs Women suffered another heavy defeat in the WSL to North London rivals Arsenal, losing 0-3 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. We chat:Back 3 (or 5) confusionAnother early goal concessionSubstitution timingReassessing season prospectsPlus, we discuss a recent report about Spurs' investment compared to other WSL teams, lament the limited scouting network, and preview the upcoming League Cup group stage clash with Aston Villa.You can find the N17 Women team on Twitter & Bluesky and writing or talking about Spurs in other places:Abbie tweets @abbierosemeow & @abbierosemeow.bsky.social and writes about Spurs Women at Cartilage Free CaptainCaroline tweets @cgstefko & @cgstefko.bsky.social and writes about both Spurs teams at Spurs Across the Pond Rachel tweets @spurswomenblog & @spurswomenblog.bsky.social and writes about Spurs Women at Spurs Women BlogSian tweets @sian_wallis & talks about all things Spurs at Proud Lilywhites Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bunny Shaw continued her trend of scoring a hat trick against Spurs in the away matchup with Manchester City, which ended in a 4-0 defeat for the Lilywhites. We (reluctantly) gathered to analyze what went wrong in the game and assess the season so far. We chat:Molly at DMClare's bad dayAJT and Hayley returnthe result in contextPlus, we reflect on Becky Spencer's contract extension, discuss the fixture change for the upcoming Brighton away game, and preview this weekend's NLD at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. You can find the N17 Women team on Twitter & Bluesky and writing or talking about Spurs in other places:Abbie tweets @abbierosemeow & @abbierosemeow.bsky.social and writes about Spurs Women at Cartilage Free CaptainCaroline tweets @cgstefko & @cgstefko.bsky.social and writes about both Spurs teams at Spurs Across the Pond Rachel tweets @spurswomenblog & @spurswomenblog.bsky.social and writes about Spurs Women at Spurs Women BlogSian tweets @sian_wallis & talks about all things Spurs at Proud Lilywhites Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Spurs Women secured a much-needed win against West Ham thanks to a stoppage own goal from the Hammers. We chat:Ella's first starttoo many attackersanother set piece concessionthird time's the charmLenna causing problemsis it a derby?Plus, we discuss other results around the league and preview the Friday game against Manchester City.You can find the N17 Women team on Twitter & Bluesky and writing or talking about Spurs in other places:Abbie tweets @abbierosemeow & @abbierosemeow.bsky.social and writes about Spurs Women at Cartilage Free CaptainCaroline tweets @cgstefko & @cgstefko.bsky.social and writes about both Spurs teams at Spurs Across the Pond Rachel tweets @spurswomenblog & @spurswomenblog.bsky.social and writes about Spurs Women at Spurs Women BlogSian tweets @sian_wallis & talks about all things Spurs at Proud Lilywhites Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There's no sugarcoating this one: Spurs Women suffered a heavy defeat at Kingsmeadow as the winless streak in the league stretches to four games. We chat:Amanda's impact (good & bad)Johanna Rytting Kaneryd on fireMore PK problemsConsolation free kick for EveliinaElla Morris' competitive debutPlus, we look forward to the international break, get existential about the state of the league (and Spurs' place in it), and preview the West Ham United derby after the break.You can find the N17 Women team on Twitter & Bluesky and writing or talking about Spurs in other places:Abbie tweets @abbierosemeow & @abbierosemeow.bsky.social and writes about Spurs Women at Cartilage Free CaptainCaroline tweets @cgstefko & @cgstefko.bsky.social and writes about both Spurs teams at Spurs Across the Pond Rachel tweets @spurswomenblog & @spurswomenblog.bsky.social and writes about Spurs Women at Spurs Women BlogSian tweets @sian_wallis & talks about all things Spurs at Proud Lilywhites Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It was a tale of familiar foes in Spurs Women's latest WSL loss, as Manchester United claimed a 3-0 win with help from former Spurs winger Celin Bizet. We chat:Surprise injury crisisA dominant first 43 minutesConceding two identical goalsAnother penalty (this one legit)The forward line dilemmaPlus: we take a vibe check on Spurs' season so far and the wider WSL, then preview the upcoming match away at Chelsea. You can find the N17 Women team on Twitter & Bluesky and writing or talking about Spurs in other places:Abbie tweets @abbierosemeow & @abbierosemeow.bsky.social and writes about Spurs Women at Cartilage Free CaptainCaroline tweets @cgstefko & @cgstefko.bsky.social and writes about both Spurs teams at Spurs Across the Pond Rachel tweets @spurswomenblog & @spurswomenblog.bsky.social and writes about Spurs Women at Spurs Women BlogSian tweets @sian_wallis & talks about all things Spurs at Proud Lilywhites Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The head official was the main character in the latest Spurs Women match, the first loss of the new WSL season. We dissect all of the strange decisions as well as the key talking points of the last two games, including:League Cup victory at CharltonDebuts for Katelin and ArayaUnchanged league lineupBecky's rough startOwn goal reliefClare's first Spurs goalThat controversial penalty callPlus, we preview the first competitive matchup with Manchester United since last season's FA Cup final.You can find the N17 Women team on Twitter & Bluesky and writing or talking about Spurs in other places:Abbie tweets @abbierosemeow & @abbierosemeow.bsky.social and writes about Spurs Women at Cartilage Free CaptainCaroline tweets @cgstefko & @cgstefko.bsky.social and writes about both Spurs teams at Spurs Across the Pond Rachel tweets @spurswomenblog & @spurswomenblog.bsky.social and writes about Spurs Women at Spurs Women BlogSian tweets @sian_wallis & talks about all things Spurs at Proud Lilywhites Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

WSL matchweek two didn't go as smoothly for Spurs Women, but the team still managed to secure a valuable point away from home in the 2-2 draw with Aston Villa.We chat:Eveliina as designated PK takerStruggles for Jess on the wingPotential injury worry for BeckyNever leave Rachel Daly unmarkedNever leave Beth unmarked either!Aston Villa's new managerPlus, we preview the two-match week ahead and answer a couple more listener questions.You can find the N17 Women team on Twitter & Bluesky and writing or talking about Spurs in other places:Abbie tweets @abbierosemeow & @abbierosemeow.bsky.social and writes about Spurs Women at Cartilage Free CaptainCaroline tweets @cgstefko & @cgstefko.bsky.social and writes about both Spurs teams at Spurs Across the Pond Rachel tweets @spurswomenblog & @spurswomenblog.bsky.social and writes about Spurs Women at Spurs Women BlogSian tweets @sian_wallis & talks about all things Spurs at Proud Lilywhites Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Spurs Women kicked off the new WSL season with a dominant 4-0 home win over newly-promoted Crystal Palace!We discuss:First lineup of the seasonInstant impact from summer signingsA variety of goals & attacking playsNew YouTube streaming experiencePlus, we answer some listener questions, look at results around the league, and preview the upcoming away match at Aston Villa.You can find the N17 Women team on Twitter & Bluesky and writing or talking about Spurs in other places:Abbie tweets @abbierosemeow & @abbierosemeow.bsky.social and writes about Spurs Women at Cartilage Free CaptainCaroline tweets @cgstefko & @cgstefko.bsky.social and writes about both Spurs teams at Spurs Across the Pond Rachel tweets @spurswomenblog & @spurswomenblog.bsky.social and writes about Spurs Women at Spurs Women BlogSian tweets @sian_wallis & talks about all things Spurs at Proud Lilywhites Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's our 2024/25 Spurs Women Season Preview!!With the new season just days away Abbie, Caroline, Rachel and Sian got together to:Catch up on three final summer signings.Recap a successful preseasonDo some quickfire season predictionsLook ahead to Spurs first game vs Crystal PalaceYou can find the N17 Women Team on Twitter and writing or talking about Spurs in other places:Abbie tweets @abbierosemeow & writes about Spurs Women at Cartilage Free CaptainCaroline tweets @cgstefko & writes about both Spurs teams at Spurs Across the Pond Rachel tweets @spurswomenblog & writes about Spurs Women at Spurs Women BlogSian tweets @sian_wallis & talks about all things Spurs at Proud Lilywhites Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The N17 Women squad gathered for an emergency pod sorts to process the latest transfer news.The comings and goings include:Rosella Ayane going on loan to Chicago Red StarsHayley Raso joining on a free transfer & two-year contractManchester United reportedly triggering Celin Bizet's release clauseAfter working through our complicated feelings about these moves, we also discuss the three WSL fixtures moved to Tottenham Hotspur Stadium and catch up on the latest pre-season happenings (camp content!).Stay tuned for our season preview pod, coming soon to your podcast feeds.You can find the N17 Women Team on Twitter and writing or talking about Spurs in other places:Abbie tweets @abbierosemeow & writes about Spurs Women at Cartilage Free CaptainCaroline tweets @cgstefko & writes about both Spurs teams at Spurs Across the Pond Rachel tweets @spurswomenblog & writes about Spurs Women at Spurs Women BlogSian tweets @sian_wallis & talks about all things Spurs at Proud Lilywhites Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After a long hiatus the N17 Women Team are back to catch up with summer activities at Tottenham Hotspur Women's Team. We talk new signings, including: Ella Morris - England star in the makingClare Hunt - depth at CBAmanda Nildén - making it permanentPlus a new contract for Drew Spence, options taken up on Becky Spencer and Amy James-Turner. And it's goodbye to Barbora Votíková, NLD Queen. Additionally, we unpick the gaps left in the team that we hope to see filled this window, chat about Spurs pre-season games and examine our moods a month before the start of the 2024/25 season. You can find the N17 Women Team on Twitter and writing or talking about Spurs in other places:Abbie tweets @abbierosemeow & writes about Spurs Women at Cartilage Free CaptainCaroline tweets @cgstefko & writes about both Spurs teams at Spurs Across the Pond Rachel tweets @spurswomenblog & writes about Spurs Women at Spurs Women BlogSian tweets @sian_wallis & talks about all things Spurs at Proud Lilywhites Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The N17 Women squad finally got together for our season recap episode, and it's jam-packed! We revisit our predictions for the season, look back at the key moments, and assess Robert Vilahamn's first campaign in charge.We also answer some quickfire questions, including:Player and goal of the seasonMost enjoyable and most painful gameFavorite and least favorite momentand more!Plus, we discuss the initial contract news (starting at 1:08:20) ahead of the transfer window opening on June 24, bidding farewell to some beloved players.You can find the N17 Women Team on Twitter and writing or talking about Spurs in other places:Abbie tweets @abbierosemeow & writes about Spurs Women at Cartilage Free CaptainCaroline tweets @cgstefko & writes about both Spurs teams at Spurs Across the Pond Rachel tweets @spurswomenblog & writes about Spurs Women at Spurs Women BlogSian tweets @sian_wallis & talks about all things Spurs at Proud Lilywhites Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It was a busy few days. Spurs bounced back from the FA Cup Final to finish the season with a respectable 0-1 home loss to Chelsea and a comfortable 3-1 victory over ex-manager Rehanne Skinner's West Ham. The N17 Women team got together to chat about these two games, including: The perfect Martha-Beth link-upHaving game-winners who can come off the benchRamona's startDrew's consistencyAnd moreYou can find the N17 Women Team on Twitter and writing or talking about Spurs in other places:Abbie tweets @abbierosemeow & writes about Spurs Women at Cartilage Free CaptainCaroline tweets @cgstefko & writes about both Spurs teams at Spurs Across the Pond Rachel tweets @spurswomenblog & writes about Spurs Women at Spurs Women BlogSian tweets @sian_wallis & talks about all things Spurs at Proud Lilywhites Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Not the result we wanted to be talking about after Spurs historic cup run, but we grit our teeth and get into Spurs' FA Cup Final drubbing. We cover: Mood in the aftermathStarting line-upTheir goalsOur lack of chancesStrange substitutionsBut also some big steps forward for Spurs' social media, events and media teams. And we look ahead to our final two matches of the season: Chelsea at home on WednesdayWest Ham at the Tottenham Hotspur StadiumThis episode is named in honour of Olga's never more apt favourite saying: 'No rain. No flowers.'You can find the N17 Women Team on Twitter and writing or talking about Spurs in other places:Abbie tweets @abbierosemeow & writes about Spurs Women at Cartilage Free CaptainCaroline tweets @cgstefko & writes about both Spurs teams at Spurs Across the Pond Rachel tweets @spurswomenblog & writes about Spurs Women at Spurs Women BlogSian tweets @sian_wallis & talks about all things Spurs at Proud Lilywhites Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The last WSL tuneup before the final ended in Spurs Women's third draw in a row, but now it's finally time to head to Wembley! First, we recapped the 2-2 Everton game:Amy injured, Molly startingNo more Beth WinglandCourtney Brosnan's big game in goalDrew's goal and assistStrong substitutionsThen, we previewed the FA Cup final against Manchester United:United's recent formKeys to victoryOur FA Cup bingo cardsBuilding our best XIFantasy player swapsScore predictionsCOYS!You can find the N17 Women Team on Twitter and writing or talking about Spurs in other places:Abbie tweets @abbierosemeow & writes about Spurs Women at Cartilage Free CaptainCaroline tweets @cgstefko & writes about both Spurs teams at Spurs Across the Pond Rachel tweets @spurswomenblog & writes about Spurs Women at Spurs Women BlogSian tweets @sian_wallis & talks about all things Spurs at Proud Lilywhites Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Spurs Women continue their preparation for the FA Cup final with another draw, this time a 1-1 against Brighton. We discuss:Another start for CharliEarly chances squanderedTricky TerlandBig impacts off the bench100 appearances for JessPlus, we touch on Eleanor Heeps' new contract, Crystal Palace coming up to the WSL next season, and preview the upcoming away match at Everton.You can find the N17 Women Team on Twitter and writing or talking about Spurs in other places:Abbie tweets @abbierosemeow & writes about Spurs Women at Cartilage Free CaptainCaroline tweets @cgstefko & writes about both Spurs teams at Spurs Across the Pond Rachel tweets @spurswomenblog & writes about Spurs Women at Spurs Women BlogSian tweets @sian_wallis & talks about all things Spurs at Proud Lilywhites Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In a preview of the upcoming FA Cup final, Spurs Women gained their first-ever away point against Manchester United with a 2-2 draw. We discuss:Winger BethTilly's impactSuboptimal subsSet piece disaster in stoppagePlus, we look ahead to the next WSL fixture, at home to Brighton. You can find the N17 Women Team on Twitter and writing or talking about Spurs in other places:Abbie tweets @abbierosemeow & writes about Spurs Women at Cartilage Free CaptainCaroline tweets @cgstefko & writes about both Spurs teams at Spurs Across the Pond Rachel tweets @spurswomenblog & writes about Spurs Women at Spurs Women BlogSian tweets @sian_wallis & talks about all things Spurs at Proud Lilywhites Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We re-live Spurs Women's first ever FA Cup semifinal win.It wasn't always pretty but we beat Leicester at home, in the Tottenham Hotspur Sadium and we were all very, very happy. We get into: Jess' PotM performanceGreat substitutionsMartha coming through clutchSpurs' late goals. Plus, we delve into your listener questions on everything from songs and statues to midfield selections. And we spend a little time talking about our FA Cup final opponents, Manchester United. You can find the N17 Women Team on Twitter and writing or talking about Spurs in other places:Abbie tweets @abbierosemeow & writes about Spurs Women at Cartilage Free CaptainCaroline tweets @cgstefko & writes about both Spurs teams at Spurs Across the Pond Rachel tweets @spurswomenblog & writes about Spurs Women at Spurs Women BlogSian tweets @sian_wallis & talks about all things Spurs at Proud Lilywhites Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Spurs Women earned two consecutive 1-0 wins in WSL play, with 2nd-minute goals in both. We got together to discuss the identical results and preview the all-important FA Cup semi-final against Leicester City.We chat:Eveliina + oneInverted wingersTilly's first goalMilestone appearancesBeth back amongst the WSL goalsLuana seizing her momentA cup semi-final at THSPlus, we check in on our outgoing loan players across three tiers of the women's football pyramid.You can find the N17 Women Team on Twitter and writing or talking about Spurs in other places:Abbie tweets @abbierosemeow & writes about Spurs Women at Cartilage Free CaptainCaroline tweets @cgstefko & writes about both Spurs teams at Spurs Across the Pond Rachel tweets @spurswomenblog & writes about Spurs Women at Spurs Women BlogSian tweets @sian_wallis & talks about all things Spurs at Proud Lilywhites Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're back to revisit another two hours of football against Manchester City and to revel in a banging penalty shootout. Along the way we: Share our love for all the playersTry to pick a favourite penaltySign up to the AJT Appreciation SocietyAnd compare this win to the WHL NLDPlus, we preview Spurs' upcoming WSL game against Leicester City.You can find the N17 Women Team on Twitter and writing or talking about Spurs in other places:Abbie tweets @abbierosemeow & writes about Spurs Women at Cartilage Free CaptainCaroline tweets @cgstefko & writes about both Spurs teams at Spurs Across the Pond Rachel tweets @spurswomenblog & writes about Spurs Women at Spurs Women BlogSian tweets @sian_wallis & talks about all things Spurs at Proud Lilywhites Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Spurs Women returned from international break this week, and so did we. Sian, Rachel, and Caroline discuss a narrow loss in the away NLD and briefly touch on the loss to Aston Villa from before the break as well. We chat:Arsenal's scant sell-outRobert's bold team selectionWas it offside?Interesting substitutionsStriker AmyBridging the gap?a game to forget vs VillaPlus, we preview the FA Cup quarter-final against a familiar foe (Manchester City) and talk about the announcement that Spurs' final WSL game of the season will take place at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. You can find the N17 Women Team on Twitter and writing or talking about Spurs in other places:Abbie tweets @abbierosemeow & writes about Spurs Women at Cartilage Free CaptainCaroline tweets @cgstefko & writes about both Spurs teams at Spurs Across the Pond Rachel tweets @spurswomenblog & writes about Spurs Women at Spurs Women BlogSian tweets @sian_wallis & talks about all things Spurs at Proud Lilywhites Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Spurs Women were in cup action twice last week, bowing out at the quarter-final stage in the Conti Cup whilst staying alive in the FA Cup after a Round 5 win. Caroline, Abbie, and Sian got together to recap both games.We chat:Lineup tweaks & rotationYui Hasegawa's wonder goalPhysical CharltonA classic Kit goalAnother City cup drawPlus, we preview the return to WSL play against Aston Villa and answer a few more listener questions.You can find the N17 Women Team on Twitter and writing or talking about Spurs in other places:Abbie tweets @abbierosemeow & writes about Spurs Women at Cartilage Free CaptainCaroline tweets @cgstefko & writes about both Spurs teams at Spurs Across the Pond Rachel tweets @spurswomenblog & writes about Spurs Women at Spurs Women BlogSian tweets @sian_wallis & talks about all things Spurs at Proud Lilywhites Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Spurs' three-game week started with a 1-1 draw away at Liverpool in the WSL. It wasn't the prettiest, nor the most high octane of games, but there were still some things to talk about. Abbie in the host chair is joined by Caroline and Rachel to pick through: A tough first halfCelin's definitely intentional goalDefensive miscommunicationThe Beth-Martha conundrumImpactful subsPlus, we preview of the upcoming Conti Cup quarter-final game against Man City (in case there's anything left to talk about there). You can find the N17 Women Team on Twitter and writing or talking about Spurs in other places:Abbie tweets @abbierosemeow & writes about Spurs Women at Cartilage Free CaptainCaroline tweets @cgstefko & writes about both Spurs teams at Spurs Across the Pond Rachel tweets @spurswomenblog & writes about Spurs Women at Spurs Women BlogSian tweets @sian_wallis & talks about all things Spurs at Proud Lilywhites Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Spurs Women had a strong end to the Conti Cup group stage but lost again to Manchester City in the WSL (this time with a more respectable scoreline). The January transfer window had now closed, with a surprise outgoing move on deadline day.We got the whole pod squad together to discuss:• farewell to Hazwelcome Arayaa new contract for Kitfirst Spurs goals for Ramona and Charlithe first own goal of the seasonlimited Bunny damageShuang's debutPlus, a preview of the upcoming Liverpool game.You can find the N17 Women Team on Twitter and writing or talking about Spurs in other places:Abbie tweets @abbierosemeow & writes about Spurs Women at Cartilage Free CaptainCaroline tweets @cgstefko & writes about both Spurs teams at Spurs Across the Pond Rachel tweets @spurswomenblog & writes about Spurs Women at Spurs Women BlogSian tweets @sian_wallis & talks about all things Spurs at Proud Lilywhites Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The latest edition of the derby with West Ham featured chaotic weather and an even more chaotic scoreline, but Spurs returned home with three points in the bag. Sian, Rachel, and Caroline discuss:Grace's standout performanceA controversial goalMore Eveliina at CB confusionJess' game-winning goalAssessing the season so farPlus, we answer the remaining listener questions from last week and preview the next two games: a midweek clash to wrap up the Conti Cup group stage and the rematch with Manchester City in the WSL.You can find the N17 Women Team on Twitter and writing or talking about Spurs in other places:Abbie tweets @abbierosemeow & writes about Spurs Women at Cartilage Free CaptainCaroline tweets @cgstefko & writes about both Spurs teams at Spurs Across the Pond Rachel tweets @spurswomenblog & writes about Spurs Women at Spurs Women BlogSian tweets @sian_wallis & talks about all things Spurs at Proud Lilywhites Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Spurs Women have returned from the winter break and began the 2024 FA Cup campaign. A comeback was required to knock out Championship side Sheffield United, but it made for a thrilling game. The club has also been busy in the January transfer window, with plenty of incomings and outgoings to discuss.We got the whole pod squad together to chat:TransfersNew signingsLoan farewellsThe club's growing profileListener questionsFA CupAn experimental lineupBeth's first goals since injuryOlga's returnRedemption for Rosella5th round drawPlus, we preview the upcoming WSL match away at West Ham United.You can find the N17 Women Team on Twitter and writing or talking about Spurs in other places:Abbie tweets @abbierosemeow & writes about Spurs Women at Cartilage Free CaptainCaroline tweets @cgstefko & writes about both Spurs teams at Spurs Across the Pond Rachel tweets @spurswomenblog & writes about Spurs Women at Spurs Women BlogSian tweets @sian_wallis & talks about all things Spurs at Proud Lilywhites Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

YESSSS!!!Spurs Women won the North London Derby for the first ever time. It was at the Tottenham Hotspur stadium. The score was 1-0. And it was a beautiful thing.In a very happy podcast we chatPost-match moodThe unexpectedness and tension of it allSurprising startersA great team goalBarbora's first WSL startNew positions for Kit and RamonaEveryone giving their allWhat it meansPlus a look around the league and a quickfire round on the season so far.You can find the N17 Women Team on Twitter and writing or talking about Spurs in other places:Abbie tweets @abbierosemeow & writes about Spurs Women at Cartilage Free CaptainCaroline tweets @cgstefko & writes about both Spurs teams at Spurs Across the Pond Rachel tweets @spurswomenblog & writes about Spurs Women at Spurs Women BlogSian tweets @sian_wallis & talks about all things Spurs at Proud Lilywhites Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The other half of Manchester dealt a second league loss in a row to Spurs Women, but a surprise draw with Arsenal in the Conti Cup puts the team in a good position to qualify for the quarter-finals. We got together to discuss both games and look ahead at the third game in seven days—a rematch with Arsenal, this time in WSL play and at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. We cover:a new signing!Beth starting on her returnchanges to the defensemore rotation for the cupMartha back on the scoresheetJess' bracea better look at Barborabonus penalty shootout!QF qualification in our handsPlus: a listener question, NLD part two preview, and the FA Cup draw.You can find the N17 Women Team on Twitter and writing or talking about Spurs in other places:Abbie tweets @abbierosemeow & writes about Spurs Women at Cartilage Free CaptainCaroline tweets @cgstefko & writes about both Spurs teams at Spurs Across the Pond Rachel tweets @spurswomenblog & writes about Spurs Women at Spurs Women BlogSian tweets @sian_wallis & talks about all things Spurs at Proud Lilywhites Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After a surprisingly straightforward win against Bristol City in the Conti Cup group stage, Spurs Women suffered a crushing 7-0 defeat at Manchester City. We got together to discuss both games, the growing injury crisis, the big picture, and more.We cover:Rosella's almost hat trickRamona's first 90 minutesMilly's competitive debutTeam selection surprisesBunny Shaw's actual hat trickSubstitution timingRobert accepting the blamePlus: a preview of Manchester United and some general WSL chat.You can find the N17 Women Team on Twitter and writing or talking about Spurs in other places:Abbie tweets @abbierosemeow & writes about Spurs Women at Cartilage Free CaptainCaroline tweets @cgstefko & writes about both Spurs teams at Spurs Across the Pond Rachel tweets @spurswomenblog & writes about Spurs Women at Spurs Women BlogSian tweets @sian_wallis & talks about all things Spurs at Proud Lilywhites Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Spurs Women earned their third 1-1 draw in a row as the team dealt with a couple of key injuries to starters—not including the long-standing injury absence of Beth England. Despite the frustration of only picking up a single point once again, there were still some positives to take out of the game. However, the fixture schedule isn't getting any easier as we run the gauntlet to the winter break.We cover:Ria's first WSL start of the seasonSuper Ash with the super clearanceLeitzig's triple saveTwo goals in two for CelinAsmita's argument for a startPlus: a smattering of listener questions sprinkled in, a WSL roundup, and previews of the next two games.You can find the N17 Women Team on Twitter and writing or talking about Spurs in other places:Abbie tweets @abbierosemeow & writes about Spurs Women at Cartilage Free CaptainCaroline tweets @cgstefko & writes about both Spurs teams at Spurs Across the Pond Rachel tweets @spurswomenblog & writes about Spurs Women at Spurs Women BlogSian tweets @sian_wallis & talks about all things Spurs at Proud Lilywhites Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It was another frustrating draw to a Liverpool-based team for Spurs Women this week, but the bigger news came after the game with a contract extension and an injury update. We got together to discuss Eveliina Summanen's new contract and Olga Ahtinen's MCL injury, then took a look back at the game's key moments.We cover:Kit's first league start of the seasonCelin's super solo goalA halftime switch-up in defenseTactical shifts in the attackEllie's return from ACL rehabSarina Wiegman watchAnd much more!Plus: a Leicester preview and a recap of the NWSL final.Abbie also shared some interesting info on the difference between MCL and ACL injuries in terms of recovery. Here are a couple of resources you can check out to learn more that touch on Abbie's points about:Blood flowMinimal risk of reoccurrenceYou can find the N17 Women Team on Twitter and writing or talking about Spurs in other places:Abbie tweets @abbierosemeow & writes about Spurs Women at Cartilage Free CaptainCaroline tweets @cgstefko & writes about both Spurs teams at Spurs Across the Pond Rachel tweets @spurswomenblog & writes about Spurs Women at Spurs Women BlogSian tweets @sian_wallis & talks about all things Spurs at Proud Lilywhites Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Spurs Women maintained their 3rd place spot in the WSL table with a draw at home against Everton.We discuss:The Player of the Month curseDominant DrewGrace's impact on both endsMarvelous MollyAnd much more!Plus: a WSL recap, Emma Hayes to USWNT chat, and a Liverpool preview.You can find the N17 Women Team on Twitter and writing or talking about Spurs in other places:Abbie tweets @abbierosemeow & writes about Spurs Women at Cartilage Free CaptainCaroline tweets @cgstefko & writes about both Spurs teams at Spurs Across the Pond Rachel tweets @spurswomenblog & writes about Spurs Women at Spurs Women BlogSian tweets @sian_wallis & talks about all things Spurs at Proud Lilywhites Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Spurs Women are up to 3rd place in the WSL ahead of the international break thanks to a 2-4 away win over Aston Villa. We got together to assess the team's progress so far this season amidst many surprising results across the league.We discuss:Jess' first WSL start of the seasonAsh getting on the scoresheetMartha's impressive hat trickGrace vs Drew at the #10And much more.Plus: a WSL recap, an Everton preview, and a twist on the usual listener questions!You can find the N17 Women Team on Twitter and writing or talking about Spurs in other places:Abbie tweets @abbierosemeow & writes about Spurs Women at Cartilage Free CaptainCaroline tweets @cgstefko & writes about both Spurs teams at Spurs Across the Pond Rachel tweets @spurswomenblog & writes about Spurs Women at Spurs Women BlogSian tweets @sian_wallis & talks about all things Spurs at Proud Lilywhites Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Spurs Women's win streak continues with a WSL victory away at Brighton, as new and old players alike provided the comeback after an early goal concession.We discuss:Another unchanged lineup (and subs!)Martha's fourth goal in four gamesJess' strong start to the seasonGrace's first Spurs goal and England call-upSubstitution strategyAnd much more. Plus: a WSL recap, more listener questions, and an Aston Villa preview.You can find the N17 Women Team on Twitter and writing or talking about Spurs in other places:Abbie tweets @abbierosemeow & writes about Spurs Women at Cartilage Free CaptainCaroline tweets @cgstefko & writes about both Spurs teams at Spurs Across the Pond Rachel tweets @spurswomenblog & writes about Spurs Women at Spurs Women BlogSian tweets @sian_wallis & talks about all things Spurs at Proud Lilywhites Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode we talk about two victories for Spurs Women: A first home win in the WSL (3-1) against Bristol City, and a resounding 6-0 home victory over Reading in the Conti Cup.We get into:Our fabulous Finnish midfielders.Martha going 3 for 3.Asmita showing us what she can do.Performances from Jess, Kit and Ria.The joy of having options off the bench.And much more. Plus we answer some of your listener questions.During the episode referenced an article by Harsh Misra. You can find it here: https://spurswomen.uk/2023/10/10/data-breakdown-wsl-game-2-bristol-at-home/You can find the N17 Women Team on Twitter and writing or talking about Spurs in other places:Abbie tweets @abbierosemeow & writes about Spurs Women at Cartilage Free CaptainCaroline tweets @cgstefko & writes about both Spurs teams at Spurs Across the Pond Rachel tweets @spurswomenblog & writes about Spurs Women at Spurs Women BlogSian tweets @sian_wallis & talks about all things Spurs at Proud Lilywhites Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Spurs Women are finally back in action in the WSL! Although it was a 2-1 loss to Chelsea at Stamford Bridge, there were plenty of positives to take out of the performance. Sadly, our podcast squad was a little depleted for this first episode of the season.Sian and Caroline discuss:Debuts for Martha, Grace, Olga, and LuanaBecky's big performance in goalNew look defenseRobert's game managementChelsea's ghost goaland more.Plus, a preview of the upcoming home match against WSL returnees Bristol City.You can find the N17 Women Team on Twitter and writing or talking about Spurs in other places:Abbie tweets @abbierosemeow & writes about Spurs Women at Cartilage Free CaptainCaroline tweets @cgstefko & writes about both Spurs teams at Spurs Across the Pond Rachel tweets @spurswomenblog & writes about Spurs Women at Spurs Women BlogSian tweets @sian_wallis & talks about all things Spurs at Proud Lilywhites Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The 2023/24 WSL campaign begins in just under two weeks, so the N17 Women squad got together to preview the new season for Spurs Women.We discuss:Two deadline-day signingsBeth England's injuryReviewing the entire squadTransfer business across the leagueTitle contenders and relegation fodderPlus some bonus content:Rapid-fire season predictionsAnswering listener questionsSpurs Women fandom essentialsNote: We had some technical difficulties with Rachel's wifi, so please bear with us on the audio front. We tried to keep the bits where she sounded garbled but still intelligible! Thanks for understanding.You can find the N17 Women Team on Twitter and writing or talking about Spurs in other places:Abbie tweets @abbierosemeow & writes about Spurs Women at Cartilage Free CaptainCaroline tweets @cgstefko & writes about both Spurs teams at Spurs Across the Pond Rachel tweets @spurswomenblog & writes about Spurs Women at Spurs Women BlogSian tweets @sian_wallis & talks about all things Spurs at Proud Lilywhites Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Spurs Women's pre-season is finally ramping up in earnest! We got together to chat about the latest signings, a couple of behind-closed-doors friendlies, and the conclusion of the 2023 Women's World Cup.We discuss:First keeper dilemmaMidfield reinforcementPros and cons of intra-league loansOther teams & league newsInteresting lineups in the friendliesPossible captaincy candidatesPlus, we wrap up an eventful WWC:Silver medal for BethOur favorite moments from the tournamentImpact on the wider women's gameRubiales/RFEF aftermathYou can find the N17 Women Team on Twitter and writing or talking about Spurs in other places:Abbie tweets @abbierosemeow & writes about Spurs Women at Cartilage Free CaptainCaroline tweets @cgstefko & writes about both Spurs teams at Spurs Across the Pond Rachel tweets @spurswomenblog & writes about Spurs Women at Spurs Women BlogSian tweets @sian_wallis & talks about all things Spurs at Proud Lilywhites Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Five Spurs Women players made it to the knockout rounds, and one remains to advance to the quarter-finals. We got together to discuss all of the group stage and round of 16 action from the 2023 World Cup.We discuss:Early exits for Shelina and RiaOur first glimpse of LuanaUnexpected success for Rosella, Becky, and DrewBeth's penalty shootout contributionthe USWNT debaclePlus we catch up on the latest Spurs Women news:First arrivals for pre-season trainingConti Cup group stage drawYou can find the N17 Women Team on Twitter and writing or talking about Spurs in other places:Abbie tweets @abbierosemeow & writes about Spurs Women at Cartilage Free CaptainCaroline tweets @cgstefko & writes about both Spurs teams at Spurs Across the Pond Rachel tweets @spurswomenblog & writes about Spurs Women at Spurs Women BlogSian tweets @sian_wallis & talks about all things Spurs at Proud Lilywhites Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.