This summer, Tottenham have taken an unusual step by significantly simplifying and reducing the amenities in the away dressing room at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. The club aims to ensure that a visit to the ultra-modern London arena no longer feels like a 'luxury excursion' or a stay in a lavish hotel lobby for visiting teams.
The factor of home advantage in football traditionally extends beyond the pitch; at most Premier League grounds, away dressing rooms are known for their cramped spaces, outdated designs, and spartan conditions. Until recently, the Spurs' new stadium was the total opposite, with opponents often enjoying the comfort of the facilities as much as the match itself. By lowering the standard of comfort, Tottenham hope to strip away any sense of relaxation for their visitors and to set the tone for a tough confrontation.
This move highlights the more robust character of the team under Roberto De Zerbi. In the 2025/26 campaign, Tottenham finished 17th in the league table with 41 points, just two ahead of relegated West Ham, marking their second consecutive season in that precarious position. De Zerbi took charge in late March and managed to steer the team away from relegation in the final match.
This season, without European competitions, the Londoners started with a heavy defeat against Brentford (0-3) but responded by demolishing Charlton 5-1 in the League Cup, with debutant Savio finding the net. Ahead of their home clash against Newcastle, the club has splashed out on transfers, bringing in Sandro Tonali, Mateus Fernandes, Savio, Jan Paul van Hecke, and several free agents. The overhaul of the dressing room is part of a larger reset — the club is changing its internal mentality and is no longer inclined to provide a comfortable experience for visiting teams.
