Tottenham Quiz

Welcome to our Spurs quiz on all things Tottenham Hotspur where you can put your knowledge to the test. Read on to see how much you know about our great club and if you remember the most important Tottenham Hotspur facts.


The Tottenham Hotspur Quiz: October 2021

All answers are correct as of October 2021.

Who is Tottenham Hotspur's Current Manager?

Nuno Espirito SantoIn the summer of 2021, Nuno Espirito Santo replaced Jose Mourinho as Tottenham Hotspur’s permanent manager, and currently he’s the coach of the team.

What does the Tottenham Hotspur's Motto Mean - Audere Est Facere?

to dare is to do
The motto Audere Est Facere literally translates as ‘To Dare is To Do’. It’s been worn on the shirts with pride for many years and it rather sums up our attacking style of football.
Who is Tottenham Hotspur's Current Goalkeeper?

As of January 2020, Hugo Lloris returned to his goalkeeper position, following a surgery after an injury and has been Spurs’ number one ever since.

Lloris is also the club captain, his deputy goalkeeper is Pierluigi Gollini while Tottenham recently sent their number three keeper, Alfie Whiteman, out on loan to Degefors.

Who Owns the Tottenham Hotspur Football Club?

daniel levyTottenham Hotspur football club are currently owned by the ENIC Group and their Chairman is Daniel Levy. ENIC stands for the English National Investment Company and they are a private investment trust who were floated on the London Stock Exchange in 1997.
What Year was Tottenham Hotspur Founded?

Tottenham Hotspur were originally founded in 1882 as Hotspur Football Club by a group of local schoolboys from the Tottenham area.
Why are Tottenham Called Hotspur?

The name ‘Hotspur’ derives from a character called Harry Hotspur who was made legendary by William Shakespeare. Hotspur’s real name was Sir Henry Percy and his family once owned land in the area – including grounds in Northumberland Park where the club is situated.
What are Tottenham Hotspur's Main Colours?

Tottenham’s home colours are white shirts with dark blue shorts and this combination has been in existence for many years. For European games, an all white kit will be in evidence while for away and third kits, many different colours have been used in recent years.
Why are Tottenham Hotspur Called COYs?

coysThe term COYS is an acronym. It simply translates as Come on You Spurs and you will frequently see the shortened version used as Hashtags on Social Media – i.e. #coys
How Much is Tottenham Hotspur Worth?

There are different answers to this question depending on which source you use. However, according to the Forbes website, Tottenham Hotspur were valued at $2.3 billion (£1.69 billion) as of April 2021.
Who Played the Highest Number of Matches for Tottenham Hotspur in the Club’s History?

Steve Perryman

The record for number of appearances in a Spurs shirt is held by Steve Perryman. In a career spanning 17 years between 1969 and 1986, our former captain made no fewer than 845 senior appearances for the club.

What Trophies have Tottenham Hotspur Won?

Spurs can proudly boast a host of trophies both domestically and in Europe. In England, Tottenham have won the First Division title twice and the club has lifted the FA Cup on eight separate occasions.

Tottenham have also won the League Cup four times and have claimed the Charity Shield on eight occasions. To round off the list of domestic achievements, the club has won the old second division twice.

Moving into Europe, Tottenham Hotspur were the first British side to win a major European trophy when they beat Atletico Madrid in the Cup Winners Cup Final of 1963. Since then, we have won the UEFA Cup twice – in 1982 and 1984.

Who are Tottenham Hotspur's Biggest Rivals?

A question such as this could be open to debate but the vast majority of Spurs fans would say that their biggest rivals are Arsenal. Situated just a few miles down the road in North London, the Gunners are the team that we all want to beat.
Who Sang at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium's Opening Ceremony?

When Tottenham’s new stadium opened in April 2019, one of the highlights saw Wynne Evans sign a rousing version of Glory Glory. A Spurs fan, Evans is better known as the Tenor who stars in the Go Compare Insurance Ads.

Additional performances were given by the local Gladesmore Community School and X Factor contestant Lanya Matthews.

When did Tottenham Hotspur Last Win the Premier League?

This may be seen as a trick question as Spurs have yet to win the Premier League since it was formed at the start of the 1992/93 football season. Their last win in the top flight came when the club won the old First Division Title in 1960/61.
What is Tottenham Hotspur's Logo?

tottenhamSpurs logo is currently a cockerel standing on a football with the club’s motto – Audere Est Facere – written underneath. It’s altered slightly over the years but the cockerel has been the permanent fixture among the subtle changes.
Who Founded Tottenham Hotspur FC?

Spurs were originally founded back in 1882 by a group of schoolboys who attended the Tottenham Grammar School and the Saint John’s Middle Class School. The names cited as being chiefly responsible for the set up were Robert Buckle, Sam Casey and John Anderson.
How Much are Tottenham Hotspur's Shares?

At the time of writing – October 2021 – Spurs’ ordinary shares were worth 39.21p.
How Much are Tottenham Hotspur Season Tickets?

Ahead of the 2021/22 season, Spurs announced season ticket prices for the new campaign. These meant that, in the South Stand, the figures ranged from £875 to £2000 depending on the seat and the package taken.

The cheapest tickets could be found in the North Stand and these ranged from £888.00 to £990.00 for adults. In both the East and West Stands, figures stood between £1010.00 to £1523.

Please note that these all of these figures are for adults and they can be reduced for concessions – seniors and juniors.

When was Tottenham Hotspur's New Stadium Opened?

After long delays, Spurs’ new stadium finally opened on April 3, 2019. The occasion was marked by a home fixture against Crystal Palace which Tottenham won by two goals to nil.
What is Tottenham Hotspur's New Stadium Called?

The official name of the new ground is Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Some fans refer to it as the new White Hart Lane but technically that is incorrect. However, it should be noted that naming rights to the stadium are up for grabs so the confirmed name may be changing in the not too distant future.
Who is Tottenham’s Record Goal Scorer?

jimmy greavesSpurs’ leading goal scorer of all time is the great Jimmy Greaves. In 379 games for the club, Greaves scored no fewer than 266 goals in all competitions and that tally puts him in front of second placed Bobby Smith with 208 goals. Spurs fans might hope that Harry Kane might one day overtake Greaves’ mark and as of October 2021, Kane has scored 227 goals for Tottenham.

Who holds the Record for the most Appearances by a Spurs player?

Former skipper Steve Perryman currently holds the record for most appearances in a Spurs shirt. In a career lasting 17 years from 1969 to 1986, Perryman made 854 appearances for the club in all competitions.

Who is Tottenham Hotspur’s Captain?

At the start of the 2019/20 season, Hugo Lloris was named as Spurs’ first team captain. In his absences, Harry Kane has deputised as Lloris’ vice captain.

Who is Tottenham’s Record Signing?

Prior to the 2020 Summer Transfer Window, Tanguy Ndombele is Spurs’ record signing. The French international midfielder cost £53.8 million when he joined from Lyon in the summer of 2019.

What is the Highest Transfer Fee Received by Spurs?

As of May 2020, the highest fee received by Tottenham is the £86.3 million paid by Real Madrid when they signed Gareth Bale in 2013.

What was the Colour of Spurs’ First Ever Kit?

Tottenham Hotspur’s home shirts are currently white but that wasn’t always the case. Our first recorded kit from the 1883/84 season shows that the team wore navy blue shirts with white shorts and navy blue socks.

Who did Spurs Play in the Last Ever Game at White Hart Lane?

Old White Hart Lane Stadium

Tottenham Hotspur’s opponents in the very last game at the White Hart Lane Stadium were Manchester United. The match was played on May 14th, 2017 and Spurs won 2-1 with goals from Victor Wanyama and Harry Kane.

Who is Tottenham’s Mascot?

lily chirpy

Spurs’ official mascot is a cockerel known as Chirpy who can be seen at home and away games. Occasionally, at special events, Chirpy is joined by a female companion known as Lily.

Who are Spurs’ Sponsors?

spurs sponsor aia

As of 2019/20, Tottenham’s shirt sponsors are AIA who are a life insurance company. AIA are set to be with the club for a long time as, in 2019, they announced an extension to the existing agreement that will see them sponsor Spurs shirts right through to 2027.

Does Tottenham Hotspur have a Ladies Team?

Spurs do have a ladies team that is affiliated with the wider Tottenham Hotspur Football Club. Now known as Tottenham Hotspur FC Women, they were originally formed in 1985 and they play their home games at Barnet’s Hive Stadium.

Tottenham Hotspur FC Women started the 2019/20 season in the FA WSL for the very first time, having been promoted from the Championship at the end of the previous campaign.

How to Watch Tottenham Hotspur in the USA?

Spurs have a loyal fanbase in the United States and supporters who are based here have a number of ways in which to tune in to watch their favourite team.

NBC is one of the main broadcasters in the USA and live Spurs matches are picked up by their family of channels. NBC and NBCSN are the first channels to check out while there is additional live streaming available via the NBCSports.com website.

Peacock Premium also provide live streaming of Tottenham Hotspur games in the USA.

How to Join the Tottenham Hotspur Academy?

tottenham hotspur academyTalented youngsters can try out for the Spurs academy and one day they might even emulate the first team players that they follow today.

For further information, there is a link on the main Tottenham Hotspur website. If you are a parent or guardian of a child under 18, you can head on over to the contact page where you will find the address, an email for general academy enquiries and a telephone number.

How Many Fans Do Tottenham Hotspur Have?

According to statistics, Tottenham Hotspur have around three million fans in the UK. Across the world, that figure exceeds 180 million, making Spurs one of the best supported teams on the planet.

What are Tottenham Hotspur Fans Called?

This is a slightly contentious term and one that is open for debate. For many years, Spurs fans were referred to as ‘Yids’ or ‘Yiddos’ by certain supporters of opposing clubs.

These are derogatory terms for members of the Jewish community and Tottenham Hotspur have a big Jewish following so this wasn’t intended as a compliment.

The chanting wasn’t going to stop so some Spurs fans have self-assigned these terms in a non-pejorative sense.

What is the Closest Airport to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium?

London City AirportEngland’s capital city, London, is served by five airports. Of those five, City airport (LCY) is the closest as it is just 8.6 miles away from the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Of the other airports based in London, Heathrow (LHR), is 19.1 miles away. London Luton, (LTN), is at 23 miles, followed by London Stansted (STN) at 24.4 miles and London Gatwick (LGW) at 31.3 miles.

What is the Closest Tube Station to Tottenham Hotspur Stadium?

The nearest tube station to the Stadium is at Seven Sisters on the Victoria line. It’s in zone three and is just 1.5 miles away from the ground.

Seven Sisters is also on the Overground while another overground station, Northumberland Park, is within walking distance. Both of those overground stations are on lines which go into Liverpool Street.

How Far is Tottenham Hotspur Stadium from London?

Tottenham Hotspur StadiumWhile the Spurs’ stadium is on the fringes of London in the north, the ground is actually situated 8.5 miles from the city centre. The journey is likely to take some 57 minutes and the recommended routes are the A400 and the A503.

What is the Capacity of the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium?

The official capacity of the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium is 62,850.

What Font Does Tottenham Hotspur Use?

Yes, Spurs actually have an official font in their logos and other branding. It’s actually called ‘Tottenham Hotspur’ and is based on a display sans serif published by Dalton Maag.

Does the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Have a Roof?

The Tottenham Hotspur stadium does not have either a fixed or retractable roof covering the pitch. However, there are fixed roofs in place above each stand so that all supporters are protected from the rain and snow.

Only the pitch is exposed to the elements.