Tottenham Changes Name: “I’m in Shock”
Tottenham no longer wants to be referred to simply as “Tottenham”. Instead, the club prefers “Tottenham Hotspur” or “Spurs” – a move that has shocked fans.
Tottenham changes name – fans react
Tottenham changes name – or at least, the club no longer wants to be called just “Tottenham”. From now on, the club requests that media and fans refer to them as “Tottenham Hotspur” or simply “Spurs”. The club confirmed this on Friday evening.
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Supporters left stunned
The decision has triggered strong reactions. Spurs supporter Reshmin Chowdhury admits she is in shock.
– Tottenham Hotspur contacted TV stations this month, requesting to be primarily known as Tottenham Hotspur, with Spurs as the short version. I’m in shock, Chowdhury told talkSPORT.
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She added that it seems ridiculous for the club to focus on such issues when the team isn’t performing well on the pitch.
A branding decision?
Chowdhury believes the decision is likely linked to branding.
– Clubs are generally moving away from geographical branding. But considering Spurs’ current form, it seems odd to prioritise this instead of improving on the pitch.
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Victory amid name debate
On Saturday afternoon, Tottenham Hotspur defeated Ipswich 4-1. The victory moved them up to 12th in the Premier League. Up next: a clash with Manchester City on Wednesday – a club that hasn’t changed its name. Yet.
