Tottenham ran riot in the second half as Olivia Holdt struck three times to fuel a comprehensive victory over Crystal Palace in a Women’s Super League fixture.
Second-half turnaround
The hosts were ruthless after the interval, scoring seven goals in the second half to overwhelm Palace. Holdt's hat-trick was the standout contribution, with the forward converting multiple chances as Tottenham dominated the game after half-time.
Palace reduced to 10 players
Crystal Palace finished the match with 10 players, a numerical disadvantage that coincided with Tottenham's scoring spree and ultimately proved decisive. The result marked Palace's first defeat since they returned to the WSL following promotion.
Consequences and context
The heavy loss ends Palace's positive start following their promotion, while Tottenham's emphatic performance underlined their attacking potential in the league. The match will be a notable result for both clubs as they prepare for the remainder of the WSL campaign.