Tottenham Hotspur have a long history of stylish football, a famous double-winning team and one of the most modern stadiums in the world. Here's who they are and how to read their odds.
Who Tottenham Hotspur are
City and stadium
Tottenham were founded in 1882 as Hotspur Football Club, named after Sir Henry Percy ("Harry Hotspur"). They played at White Hart Lane in north London from 1899 to 2017. In 2019 they opened the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on the same site, featuring a huge single-tier South Stand and a retractable pitch that reveals an artificial surface for NFL games and other events.
Famous eras
- The 1960-61 double: Tottenham became the first club in the 20th century to win the league and FA Cup in the same season.
- European firsts: in 1963, Spurs won the Cup Winners' Cup, the first British club to win a major European trophy. They added UEFA Cup wins in 1972 and 1984.
- Champions League final: Spurs reached the 2019 final, losing to Liverpool.
- Europa League: Tottenham won the 2025 Europa League, beating Manchester United in the final.
Rivalries
The North London derby against Arsenal is Tottenham's fiercest rivalry. Chelsea and West Ham United are also major London rivals.
How to read odds on Tottenham matches
Reading prices
Spurs at home to a mid-table side:
- Spurs: 1.75 (57.1%)
- Draw: 4.00 (25.0%)
- Opponent: 4.50 (22.2%)
- Total: 104.3%
Fair: about 55%, 24% and 21%.
Attacking styles and goals
Different Spurs eras have played very attacking, high-tempo football. When a team commits many players forward, matches can be open at both ends. That affects goal markets: over 2.5 and both teams to score may be priced accordingly.
Worked example: both teams to score
Both teams to score (BTTS) "Yes" at 1.60 (62.5%), "No" at 2.30 (43.5%). Total 106%.
Fair "Yes" probability: 62.5 ÷ 106 = 59%.
If you estimate 64%, based on both teams' attacking and defensive numbers:
- EV per 20 staked = 0.64 × 12 − 0.36 × 20 = 7.68 − 7.2 = +0.48
If your estimate is 57%, the same pick has negative EV. Goal markets reward specific views on style. See over/under totals.
Stadium and home advantage
The new stadium is designed to concentrate noise, especially from the South Stand. Home advantage is priced in, and its size has varied across seasons. See home-field advantage.
European weeks
When Spurs play in Europe, rotation and Thursday-Sunday turnarounds can affect league matches. Check team news.
High defensive lines and variance
Teams that play a high defensive line and press aggressively can dominate possession and territory, but they also leave space behind. That creates more variance: big wins when the press works, heavy defeats when opponents break through. High-variance teams can be harder to price, and goal markets and handicaps may capture their games better than the plain 1X2. When Spurs play an opponent with fast forwards who thrive on counterattacks, expect chances at both ends.
Big-six matches
Against other top clubs, Spurs' prices tighten and draws become more likely. Derbies add local intensity.
What to check before picking Tottenham matches
- Team news and injuries.
- European fixtures and short turnarounds.
- Attacking style vs opponent's defensive approach.
- Derby matches against Arsenal, Chelsea and West Ham.
- Goal markets for open teams.
- The price. See value betting.
Futures and season-long markets
If Spurs are 4.00 to finish in the top four, the implied chance is 25%. Cup competitions offer another angle. See championship odds.
Practice with play money
Tottenham matches are great for practicing goal markets. On MockSport you can make free play-money picks on Spurs matches and track your over/under and result reads across a season. Visit the odds page.
FAQ
When did Tottenham win the double?
In the 1960-61 season, becoming the first club in the 20th century to win the league and FA Cup in the same season.
Does Tottenham's stadium host NFL games?
Yes. Its retractable pitch reveals an artificial surface used for NFL games and other events.
Who are Tottenham's rivals?
Arsenal in the North London derby, plus Chelsea and West Ham United in London.