Khadija Shaw Dominates Spurs with Hat-Trick in WSL Showdown
- Khadija Shaw scored her third hat-trick in five matches against Tottenham Hotspur.
- Tottenham struggled defensively, conceding goals due to critical errors.
- Manchester City's victory emphasizes Shaw's dominance in the Women's Super League.
On November 8, 2024, Khadija Shaw led Manchester City to a 4-0 victory over Tottenham Hotspur in the Women's Super League. Shaw's exceptional performance included a hat-trick, reinforcing her position as the league's top scorer. Tottenham's defense struggled throughout the match, particularly in the early moments, making critical errors that allowed Shaw to capitalize. The result was a disappointing setback for Tottenham, who had previously secured a victory against West Ham United. Shaw opened the scoring by stealing the ball from Tottenham’s Clare Hunt, swiftly converting it into a goal. After further team efforts, including a contribution from Jill Roord, Shaw scored her second from a header aided by Lauren Hemp's cross. Her third goal came from a mistake made by Tottenham’s Luana Bühler, further exemplifying the defensive lapses that plagued the visiting team all match. Gareth Taylor, Manchester City’s head coach, praised Shaw's relentless pressing and pivotal role in the team, stating her performance was crucial for their attack. Shaw's hat-trick marked her 12th goal against Spurs in just five games, making her the first player in Women's Super League history to score three hat-tricks against the same opponent. Tottenham now faces a challenging match against Arsenal next week as they look to improve their performance after this heavy defeat.