Summer signing Victoria Pelova admits huge relief as former Arsenal star opens Tottenham account in ruthless 7-0 rout

Tottenham Hotspur Women secured an emphatic 7-0 victory against Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park, highlighted by a brace from summer signing Victoria Pelova. Making her first league start since moving across North London from Arsenal, the Dutch international set up Olivia Holdt's opening goal shortly after halftime before scoring twice, including a stoppage-time strike to conclude the rout.

Following a scoreless first half against ten-player Crystal Palace, manager Martin Ho made key tactical adjustments at the break to break through the opponent's low block. Alongside Pelova and Holdt, teammates Shekiera Martinez and Amanda Nilden also scored in the dominant second-half display, which Pelova acknowledged removed significant personal pressure.