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Tottenham prepare for opening London derby match against West Ham

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 4, 2026, 11:05 PM

Last updated Sep 4, 2026

Tottenham prepare for opening London derby match against West Ham

Summary

Tottenham head coach Martin Ho prepares his squad for their upcoming campaign opener against West Ham in a London derby. Following a fifth-place finish last season, the club bolstered its roster with new signings including Victoria Pelova, Alice Sombath, Kirsty Hanson, and Shekiera Martinez. Ho noted that the team must address defensive transition issues identified during pre-season matches against Real Madrid. While former captain Beth England departed for Crystal Palace, the manager emphasized a collective leadership approach for the current group. Tottenham aims to establish itself as a consistent contender in the upper tier of the table. Ho characterized West Ham as a physically strong and organized opponent with a dangerous forward line.

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•Tottenham plays West Ham in the opening match of the season.
•Martin Ho added Victoria Pelova, Alice Sombath, Kirsty Hanson, and Shekiera Martinez to the roster.
•The manager identified transition defensive errors from pre-season matches as a priority for improvement.
•Beth England departed the club for Crystal Palace during the summer window.
•West Ham features forward Ebony Salmon in a rebuilt attacking lineup.

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11:05 PMYahoo Sports — “We have to be authentic” – Tottenham ready for West Ham test

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