Overview
Tottenham Hotspur F.C., also known as Spurs, is a professional football club based in North London, England, with a storied history of domestic and European successes, major rivalries, and a significant fan base. The club currently competes in the Premier League, plays at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, and is majority-owned by ENIC Group.
Club Identity and Structure
- Founded in 1882 as Hotspur F.C., officially became Tottenham Hotspur F.C. in 1884.
- Nicknames include "Spurs" and "The Lilywhites"; home colours are white shirts and navy shorts.
- The club emblem features a cockerel on a football with the motto "Audere est Facere" ("to dare is to do").
- Majority owned by ENIC International Ltd. (86.58%); Daniel Levy is chairman.
Stadiums and Facilities
- Early matches played on Tottenham Marshes, then Northumberland Park.
- Moved to White Hart Lane in 1899, which was redeveloped multiple times and demolished in 2017.
- The new Tottenham Hotspur Stadium opened in 2019 with a capacity of 62,850.
- Modern training ground and academy facilities are located at Hotspur Way, Enfield.
Historical Achievements
- First non-League club to win the FA Cup in 1901.
- Achieved the English League and FA Cup Double in 1960-61.
- First British team to win a major European trophy (Cup Winners' Cup, 1963).
- Eight FA Cups, four League Cups, seven Community Shields, and two First Division league titles.
- Three UEFA Cup/Europa League and one Cup Winners' Cup titles; runners-up in 2018–19 UEFA Champions League.
Club in Recent Times
- Performance improved in the 2010s, including a Champions League final appearance in 2019.
- Major player sales included Gareth Bale and Harry Kane, both for club record fees.
- Recent managers include Mauricio Pochettino, José Mourinho, Antonio Conte, Ange Postecoglou (sacked 2025), and now Thomas Frank.
- Won the 2025 UEFA Europa League, ending a 17-year trophy drought.
Rivalries and Fan Culture
- Main rivalries with Arsenal (North London Derby), Chelsea, and West Ham.
- Historically significant Jewish following; ongoing debate and controversy regarding the use of the "Yid" nickname among supporters.
- Club songs include "Glory Glory Tottenham Hotspur"; past incidents of hooliganism noted.
Community and Social Responsibility
- Tottenham Hotspur Foundation supports local sports, education, and social initiatives.
- The club is a leader in environmental sustainability in football, targeting net-zero emissions by 2040.
Honours and Records
- Total major domestic and European trophies: 27.
- Club appearance record: Steve Perryman (854 games).
- Club goal record: Harry Kane (280 goals).
- Record league win: 9–0 vs. Bristol Rovers (1977); record defeat: 0–8 vs. 1. FC Köln (1995).
Current Squad and Staff (as of June 2025)
- Head Coach: Thomas Frank.
- Notable players: Son Heung-min (captain), Richarlison, James Maddison, Cristian Romero.
- Youth academy classified as Category One, participating in Premier League 2 and various youth competitions.
Action Items
- TBD – Club: Secure naming rights for the stadium.
- TBD – Club: Continue progress on environmental sustainability initiatives and local community projects.
- TBD – Thomas Frank: Oversee pre-season preparations and squad development following managerial change.