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Sports · Soccer · published 2026-08-28 · via BBC Sport

Hanson's move to Tottenham could prove shrewd WSL signing

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Kirsty Hanson has joined Tottenham from Aston Villa after scoring 12 goals in 22 WSL matches last season, the third-highest tally in the league. The Scotland forward credits Villa for rebuilding her confidence and sees Spurs' ambition under manager Martin Ho as a key factor in her decision. Tottenham begin their WSL campaign at home to West Ham on 6 September.

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Hanson's 12-goal WSL campaign placed her behind only Khadija Shaw and Alessia Russo in the scoring charts, despite Aston Villa finishing ninth. Her four-year Villa tenure produced 26 goals in 100 appearances and two player-of-the-season awards

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