Putellas and Diani hit doubles as London City rout Tottenham

London City make a statement in six-goal win

London City Lionesses strengthened their case as Women’s Super League contenders with a 6-1 victory over Tottenham, climbing above their opponents into third place. The performance brought an unbeaten Tottenham start to a sudden halt and showcased the newcomers’ ability to turn attacking fluency into a commanding result.

Alexia Putellas and Kadidiatou Diani each scored twice. London City also looked physically assertive, pressing aggressively and winning the kind of duels that left Tottenham struggling to establish their game. The visitors put 47.6% of their shots on target, compared with 11% for Tottenham.

The result lifted London City to 12 points from five matches, while Tottenham remained fourth on 10. The display suggested the side’s summer arrivals are beginning to combine effectively: their strength and intensity offered a platform even if cohesion is still developing.