Tom Holland Regrets Tottenham Hotspur Fandom
The actor revealed on a podcast that his choice to support the club was a mistake due to family allegiances.
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Actor Tom Holland has revealed that his decision to support Tottenham Hotspur is one of the worst choices he has made. The revelation came during an appearance on The Dish podcast, hosted by Nick Grimshaw and Angela Hartnett. Holland discussed his football allegiances, explaining that family history influenced his choice.
Family Football Ties
Holland explained that his brothers' football preferences created a divide within the family. His brother Harry initially avoided supporting major clubs like Chelsea, Arsenal, or Manchester United, wanting to avoid being labelled a 'glory hunter'. When brother Sam decided to support Tottenham, he invited Harry to join him. However, as reported by the Times Series, Harry found supporting Tottenham difficult and advised against it. Consequently, Harry chose Arsenal, and another brother, Paddy, followed Sam's lead and also supported Tottenham. When Tom Holland began following football, he felt he could not leave Harry to support a different team alone, leading him to choose Tottenham.
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During the podcast, Holland also mentioned that despite being a Tottenham fan, he supported Arsenal during the Champions League final. He stated that he was tired of being excluded from conversations about football on film sets, as reported by Ham & High. He noted that he was more interested in rugby as a child.
Club's Recent Fortunes
Tottenham Hotspur's performance has been mixed during Holland's tenure as a supporter. The club ended a 17-year trophy drought by winning the Europa League in 2025, as detailed by Harrow Times. However, in the subsequent 2025/26 Premier League season, the team narrowly avoided relegation.
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+Why does Tom Holland regret supporting Tottenham Hotspur?
Tom Holland regrets supporting Tottenham Hotspur because his brothers’ allegiances created family divisions, and he felt pressured to follow their choices rather than his own preferences. He also found it difficult to engage in football conversations on film sets due to his club’s inconsistent performance.
+Which of Tom Holland’s brothers also support Tottenham Hotspur?
Tom Holland’s brothers Sam and Paddy support Tottenham Hotspur, while Harry chose Arsenal after initially struggling with the club’s identity. This split reflects the family’s differing football loyalties and Holland’s eventual decision to join them.
+What recent success has Tottenham Hotspur had despite Holland’s regrets?
Tottenham Hotspur ended a 17-year trophy drought by winning the Europa League in 2025, though their Premier League form in the 2025/26 season was poor, narrowly avoiding relegation. This highlights the club’s inconsistent fortunes during Holland’s time as a fan.
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