The View From The Lane: The Athletic FC's Spurs show Champions League preview + Megan Feringa joins to talk Spurs Women!
Mar 9, 2026
Megan Feringa, journalist covering Tottenham Hotspur Women, gives a concise update on the team’s rise. She talks about Martin Ho’s coaching style and mentality shift. She highlights smart Scandinavian recruitment and key signings like Sydney Gopsæt. She also discusses the significance of European qualification and the squad’s sustainability.
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James's Postpod Low And Movie Therapy
- James Maw describes feeling physically low after recording the pod and then getting a 'second wind' of optimism the next day.
- He watched Con Air and Air Force One to cheer himself up and reconsidered injuries and fixture gaps that could help Spurs recover.
Fixture Timing Could Salvage Season
- The remaining fixture calendar and returning injured players give Spurs a realistic window to recover.
- James notes potential returns (Udogi, Bergwijn, Kudus) and a three-week gap after Forest that could change momentum.
Fan Championship Plans Versus Contract Reality
- Fans are already proposing hypothetical Championship rebuilds but club reality will differ due to contracts and wages.
- Jay Harris and James argue some stars would be sold while others (like Solanke) may stay because of contracts.