The WSL spotlight turns to London this weekend as Chelsea host Tottenham Hotspur in a high-stakes derby between two title hopefuls. Sonia Bompastor’s side remain unbeaten against Spurs, but Tottenham’s confident start to the season suggests this could be their best chance yet to turn the tide. In this match preview, we’ll cover everything you need to know ahead of Chelsea vs. Tottenham Hotspur, from predicted lineups and team news to how to watch the game live.
Match Preview Quick Info:
🗓 Date: October 12, 2025
🏟 Stadium: Kingsmeadow
⏰ Kick-off: 12:00 BST
📺 Watch: SkySports
📡 VPN: NordVPN
HENGELO, NETHERLANDS – OCTOBER 08: Aggie Beever-Jones of Chelsea heads the ball during the UEFA Women’s Champions League 2025/26 league phase match between FC Twente and Chelsea FC Women at De Grolsch Veste on October 08, 2025 in Hengelo, Netherlands. (Photo by Teresa Kröger – UEFA/UEFA via Getty Images) " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/womenfootball.blog/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/FC-Twente-v-Chelsea-FC-Women-UEFA-Womens-Champions-League-202526-League-Phase-MD1-1.jpg?fit=300%2C200&quality=89&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/womenfootball.blog/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/FC-Twente-v-Chelsea-FC-Women-UEFA-Womens-Champions-League-202526-League-Phase-MD1-1.jpg?fit=1024%2C682&quality=89&ssl=1" src="https://i0.wp.com/womenfootball.blog/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/FC-Twente-v-Chelsea-FC-Women-UEFA-Womens-Champions-League-202526-League-Phase-MD1-1.jpg?resize=1024%2C682&quality=89&ssl=1" alt="Chelsea against FC Twente in the Women's Champions League" class="wp-image-16891" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/womenfootball.blog/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/FC-Twente-v-Chelsea-FC-Women-UEFA-Womens-Champions-League-202526-League-Phase-MD1-1.jpg?resize=1024%2C682&quality=89&ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/womenfootball.blog/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/FC-Twente-v-Chelsea-FC-Women-UEFA-Womens-Champions-League-202526-League-Phase-MD1-1.jpg?resize=300%2C200&quality=89&ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/womenfootball.blog/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/FC-Twente-v-Chelsea-FC-Women-UEFA-Womens-Champions-League-202526-League-Phase-MD1-1.jpg?resize=768%2C512&quality=89&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/womenfootball.blog/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/FC-Twente-v-Chelsea-FC-Women-UEFA-Womens-Champions-League-202526-League-Phase-MD1-1.jpg?resize=1536%2C1023&quality=89&ssl=1 1536w, https://i0.wp.com/womenfootball.blog/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/FC-Twente-v-Chelsea-FC-Women-UEFA-Womens-Champions-League-202526-League-Phase-MD1-1.jpg?resize=1200%2C800&quality=89&ssl=1 1200w, https://i0.wp.com/womenfootball.blog/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/FC-Twente-v-Chelsea-FC-Women-UEFA-Womens-Champions-League-202526-League-Phase-MD1-1.jpg?w=1600&quality=89&ssl=1 1600w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px">
HENGELO, NETHERLANDS – OCTOBER 08: Aggie Beever-Jones of Chelsea heads the ball during the UEFA Women’s Champions League 2025/26 league (Photo by Teresa Kröger – UEFA via Getty Images)
Chelsea vs. Tottenham Hotspur: Team News & Possible Lineups
Chelsea vs. Tottenham Hotspur Women Lineups are derived from previous match days. We take into consideration how strong the opponents are, what players are injured and of course team news before the match.
Team News Chelsea
“Lucy and Niamh are fit again and available for Sunday, I think a caged tiger is a really good description of Lucy!”, after the term was used by a journalist. “She brings a lot of energy to the team. I’ve never had someone in my squad with her mentality. She’s really tough, and I think it’s good to have these leaders back in the group, and I’m really happy for them both to be ready to play some minutes again.”
On Lauren James and Naomi Girma: “They still need a few weeks before they will be available I think we could see them after the international break.”
What the coach has to say
Head coach Sonia Bompastor on Tottenham Hotspur: “I’m not really surprised they are doing well. Because I think even last season, Tottenham always had a good team in possession of the ball. Probably last season, they didn’t get the results they wanted to get. I know they are in good form, have a good dynamic, and have earned good results.
“It will be a good challenge for us to face them on Sunday. We know what to expect. We will have to be at our best level if we want to perform and get a good result.”
Team News Tottenham Hotspur
Latest team update from head coach Martin Ho: “Molly [Bartrip] is in contention to be in the squad. The only absentees are the longer-term ones, Ella Morris and Luana Buhler.”
What the coach has to say
Martin Ho spoke to the press prior to the clash with Chelsea:
“I think we know the quality they possess. They’re champions in terms of the squad they have, what they’ve done in Europe and also domestically in the league. They’re renowned for winning so, yeah, we know it’s going to be a tough game. More importantly, we have to focus on ourselves and impose in a better way to than we have when we’ve played against the top clubs. We have to go into the game with confidence and belief that we belong to be there. Away from that, we have to make sure that we show the best version of ourselves.”
Tottenham Hotspur Women against Brighton & Hove Albion Women
Source: Tottenham Hotspur Women
Chelsea vs. Tottenham Hotspur Women Lineups
Potential Chelsea Women Lineups (updated prior to the match)
Hampton
Baltimore
Bright
Bjorn
Carpenter
Walsh
Cuthbert
Beever-Jones
Kaptein
Rytting Kaneryd
Macario
Potential Tottenham Hotspur Women Lineups (updated prior to the match)
Kop
Neville
Koga
Hunt
Nildén
Summanen
Spence
Naz
England
Holdt
Tandberg
Chelsea vs. Tottenham Hotspur: Previous Meetings & Stats
Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur share a competitive history across the Women’s League Cup and the Women’s Super League. Since their first meeting in 2019, Chelsea have not lost a single match against Tottenham. Last season, Spurs came close to earning a draw, conceding only once through a Macario penalty, but Chelsea defended their lead well to secure all three points.
Both sides have enjoyed an impressive start to the 2025/26 season, with just one point separating them at the top of the WSL table. Tottenham have recorded wins over West Ham United, Everton, Leicester City, and Brighton, with their only defeat coming against Manchester City. Chelsea, meanwhile, have won every WSL match except their 1-1 draw with Manchester United.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Women’s Super League Chelsea vs. Tottenham Hotspur?
You can watch the Women’s Super League match between Chelsea vs. Tottenham Hotspur on Sky Sports. If you’re watching from outside the UK, consider using a VPN service. We recommend NordVPN, it isn’t free, but it’s cheaper than juggling multiple subscriptions that may still only cover part of the schedule.
When was the last meeting between Chelsea vs. Tottenham Hotspur?
The last meeting between Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur was on May 4, 2025. Chelsea secured a 1-0 win thanks to Macario’s goal from a penalty kick.
What is Chelsea vs. Tottenham Hotspur kick-off time?
Chelsea vs. Tottenham Hotspur kicks off on Sunday, October 12th, at 12:00 BST at Kingsmeadow.