LEICESTER, England — Tottenham Hotspur Women end their five-match losing streak with a 1-1 draw against Leicester City at the King Power Stadium on March 30, 2025. Spurs had not managed to collect points since January 26, sitting at ninth position in the Women’s Super League before this match.
Leicester City took an early lead in the second half with an own goal from Tottenham’s Josefine Rybrink in the 55th minute, but Drew Spence quickly equalized for Spurs seven minutes later, ensuring a hard-fought draw.
Despite a dominating performance, Tottenham struggled to convert possession into goals early in the match, with standout opportunities for Martha Thomas denied by Leicester goalkeeper Janina Leitzig. Other chances fell to Olivia Holdt, Ella Morris, and Jessica Naz, but none resulted in goals before halftime.
In a twist of fate, Leicester City struck first when Hannah Cain’s fierce shot was deflected by Lize Kop, landing fortuitously to Rybrink, who inadvertently turned it into her own net, giving Leicester hope for a home victory.
However, the visitors did not let this setback deter their spirits. After an effective build-up, Jessica Naz provided a crucial cutback, allowing Spence to side-foot into the net, bringing Spurs level. “It felt good to get a point and break the losing streak. We fought hard, and everyone played for each other,” said Spence in a post-match interview.
The outcome leaves Tottenham at ninth with 18 points, while Leicester occupies tenth place with 16 points, remaining seven points above the relegation zone occupied by Crystal Palace.
Both teams showed signs of improvement. Leicester had three wins in their last six matches compared to their earlier struggles in the season, while Spurs will look to build on this momentum in their upcoming matches. “We need to take this draw as a positive and push for more wins,” stated Spurs manager Robert Vilahamn.
As the Women’s Super League season approaches its climax, every point gained is vital for teams looking to secure mid-table safety or challenge for higher positions. The final stretch promises to be competitive as teams strive for success in remaining fixtures.
